Software stack
Software Stack is a collection of tools and technologies used to create web applications. It consists of front-end, back-end, database management, server, operating system, development tools, and additional services like APIs, caching, containerization, cloud services, etc. Some of the popular software stacks are LAMP, MEAN, WIMP, NMP, and MAMP. The primary roles of a software stack are:-
- Structuring the process of development
- Simplifying development by using frameworks, libraries and development tools.
- Enhancing performance and efficiency
- Ensuring security
- Facilitating communication
- Managing data and handling server requests
- Bettering user experience
- Deployment and maintenance