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What does "import" mean in programming?
import 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 statement that brings a module, function, class, or value from another file or package into the current file so it can be used.
Example
"import { useState } from 'react'; // imports useState from the react package"
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