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What is Dependency?
External code that your project needs to function
Why It Matters
Dependencies let you use tested, maintained solutions instead of building everything yourself
Real-World Example
React and Next.js are dependencies that your web app relies on
“Understanding terms like Dependency 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.