What is Programming Framework?

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1Definition

A pre-built code structure providing standard ways to build applications, handling common tasks so developers can focus on unique features.

2Context

Dramatically speeds development. React, Django, and Ruby on Rails are examples that power millions of applications.

3Example

Using Django, a developer builds a web app in days instead of months because authentication, databases, and routing are pre-built.

⚠Common Trap

Frameworks aren't the same as libraries. Frameworks call your code; with libraries, your code calls them (inversion of control).

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