Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

back-end

noun

ˈbakˌend

Definition

The part of a software system that is not visible to users, typically responsible for data processing, business logic, and database management.

Examples

The development team focused on building a robust back-end to support the mobile application.
In web development, the back-end handles API requests and responses.

Meaning

In computer science, the back-end refers to the server-side of an application where data is processed and stored. It includes the server, the database, and the application logic, interacting with the front-end to deliver information to users.