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What does "stack" mean in programming?
stack 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 data structure that follows Last-In, First-Out (LIFO) order. Elements are pushed onto the top and popped from the top. The call stack used by programming languages is a real-world example.
Example
"The undo feature uses a stack to track each change so you can pop them in reverse order."
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