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What does "User Interface (UI)" mean in programming?
User Interface (UI) 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
Everything a user sees and interacts with in an application: buttons, forms, layouts, and visual feedback. UI development focuses on translating design specs into working, accessible, and responsive components.
Example
"The UI needs to show a loading spinner while the API request is in flight."
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