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What is Session?
A way to remember information about a user while they're using your app
Why It Matters
Sessions track logged-in users and their activities across multiple page visits
Real-World Example
Your shopping cart stays full as you browse different pages because your session remembers it
“Understanding terms like Session 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.