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What does "await" mean in programming?
await is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A keyword used inside an async function to pause execution until a Promise resolves. Code after await runs only when the awaited operation finishes.
Example
"const user = await fetchUser(42); // waits for the promise to resolve"
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