Glossary of Terms

HTTP, HTML, CSS & Javascript

Keyword Definition
Cascade The process of combining and applying multiple CSS stylesheets and inline styles, resolving conflicts and producing the final style for an element.
Embedded Inline External CSS The technique of including CSS styles directly within the HTML document using the 'style' attribute of HTML elements.
External CSS A separate CSS file that is linked to an HTML document using the 'link' element.
GET An HTTP method is employed to retrieve data from a server, commonly utilized for requesting web pages.
HTML Hypertext Markup Language is the widely used markup language that defines the structure and content of web pages and web applications.
HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol is an application protocol utilized to transmit hypermedia documents, such as HTML.
HTTP Cookie A small piece of data stored on the user's computer by the web browser while browsing a website.
HTTP Response A message sent by a server in reply to a request.
Header In an HTTP request or response, additional information is included alongside the main content, which supplies specific details pertaining to the request or response, such as the type of content or cookies.
Hyperlink A reference or navigation element within an HTML document that permits convenient user navigation to an alternative page or resource.
POST "An HTTP method utilized for transmitting data to a server with the aim of establishing a new resource; extensively employed within web forms."
Persistent Cookie A type of HTTP cookie that is stored on the user's computer for a longer period of time and remains even after closing the web browser.
Selector A CSS Selector is a pattern used to select the elements you want to style in a web page.
Session Cookie A type of HTTP cookie that is only stored temporarily and is deleted when the user closes the web browser.
Status Code A three-digit number is included in an HTTP response, serving as an indication of the status of the requested resource or the result of the requested action.
Style Attribute An HTML attribute used to define inline styles for a specific HTML element.
Stylesheet A file containing CSS code with a .css extension, used to define styles for HTML documents.
Tag In HTML, a markup element is used to define the structure and presentation of a web page. These elements are enclosed in angle brackets, such as "< >".
Tracking Cookie A cookie used to track the browsing behavior of the user across different websites.
URL A Uniform Resource Locator, commonly known as a web address, serves as the designated pathway to reach a resource on the internet, like a webpage or an image.
Value A CSS Value is the assigned data or measurement used to define the visual appearance of a CSS property.