Quick definition · 2 min Coding term
Build
A build is the step where the computer packages all your code and files into a finished version ready to put online.
Think of it like
Assembling loose ingredients into a finished, boxed-up meal ready to ship.
Example
You will see “build succeeded” or “build failed” when you deploy. A failed build means something needs fixing before it can go live.
Why it matters
Beginners confuse “build” the packaging step with “building” the app in general. It is a specific, automatic stage.
Where you’ll see it
VercelNetlifyyour deploy tool
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