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What is Build?
The process of converting your source code into the optimised version that runs in production
Why It Matters
Building prepares your code for deployment by optimising, bundling, and transforming it
Real-World Example
Running 'npm run build' to create the production-ready version of your site
“Understanding terms like Build matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
From definition to deployment
Knowing the term is step one. Using it in something real is the rest.