Glossary
WebContainer
In-browser sandbox that executes Node.js, filesystem, and terminal operations safely without server roundtrips
Artifact
Output from a build process that gets deployed or uploaded to a store (APK, IPA, extension package, etc.)
Pipeline
Sequence of automated steps from source code through artifact creation to deployment
Manifest v3
Modern Chrome extension format utilizing a service-worker background model
ABI
Application Binary Interface – contract interface enabling frontends to encode and execute blockchain calls
Pinning
Process of persisting IPFS content to ensure ongoing availability across the network
SLO
Service Level Objective – metric used for tracking operational performance
Store Track
Release distribution channel (internal, closed, open, or production)
Rollout
Phased release strategy distributing updates to user segments for safety validation
Runtime Secret
Security credential injected during execution rather than hardcoded in source
SPL Token
Solana Program Library token – Solana’s standard for fungible tokens (equivalent to ERC-20)
Metaplex
NFT standard and tooling for Solana blockchain
Devnet
Solana’s development network for testing (free SOL via airdrop)
Scaffold
Pre-built template that loads instantly (5 seconds) vs AI-generated templates
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