NO-CODE TERMS EXPLAINED

A set of principles that govern how databases manage transactions to ensure data is processed accurately, securely, and without corruption.

A software entity that uses artificial intelligence to perceive its environment, process information, and take actions

The use of artificial intelligence to perform tasks and workflows with minimal human intervention

A mathematical framework trained on data to identify patterns and make predictions, decisions, or generate content.

API stands for Application Programming Interface. It's a set of rules and protocols that allows different software applications to communica

A unique string of characters that acts as a digital password, allowing your application to securely connect to and use external services or

Restrictions placed on how many API requests an application can make within a specific time period.

A secure web-based interface is used to manage data, users, content, and configurations within a system or application.

The use of software and systems to collect, transform, validate, and manage data without manual intervention.

The use of technology to perform tasks, processes, or workflows with minimal human intervention.

A digital tool and system that manages the internal operations of a business

Bulk actions are operations that allow users to perform the same task on multiple records, items, or data points simultaneously, rather than

A software program designed to help an organization perform a specific function or set of tasks

The use of technology to streamline and automate recurring tasks and workflows across a company.

Business process automation software improves efficiency, automates workflows, and enhances operations across your business.

Learn what Business Process Management (BPM) is and how it helps optimize workflows, improve efficiency, and drive business growth.

Discover how a Business Process Management System (BPMS) automates and improves workflows.

Business-led refers to initiatives, projects, or technology implementations that are driven, managed, and executed primarily by business tea

CRM stands for Customer Relationship Management. A CRM helps businesses manage their interactions with current and potential clients.

An application that allows users to perform the four basic operations needed to manage data Create, Read, Update, and Delete.

A secure, private web-based platform that allows clients to access services, data, documents, and communications relevant

Data consolidation is the process of combining data from multiple sources, systems, or formats into a single, unified location or structure

Defines who has access to which data, what they can do with it, and how it aligns with company and regulatory standards.

An isolated pockets of information that are accessible only to specific teams or systems and not shared across an organization.

Data syncing is the process of ensuring that data remains consistent and up-to-date across multiple systems, applications, or databases by a

A structured collection of data that can be easily accessed, managed, and updated.

Digital Process Automation (DPA) is the comprehensive use of digital technology to automate complex business processes, workflows, and decis

Document generation is the automated process of creating formatted documents by filling in templates with dynamic data

A practice of using your own company’s software or products internally before releasing them to customers.

A software application or interface that’s made accessible to users outside your organization.

A private digital network that allows access specific parts of an organization’s internal systems or data.

Activities performed by employees or contractors who work outside the office or company headquarters.

A formula is a mathematical or logical expression that performs calculations enabling dynamic content and automated computations

A visual layer of software that allows users to interact with digital systems

An HTML element that allows you to embed one web page or application inside another web page, by creating a window within another window.

Connections between different software applications, systems, or platforms that allow them to share data, communicate, and work together.

A private, secure website or digital platform used within a company to share information, resources, and tools among employees.

A platforms that allow users to build software through visual interfaces, components, and logic

A stripped-down version of a product that includes only the core features needed to solve a specific problem and deliver value to users.

An open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) that allows users to store, retrieve, and manage structured data

A software application developed to run on a specific platform or operating system, such as iOS or Android.

A category of software development platforms that allow users to build applications through drag-and-drop interfaces

A no-code platform is a development tool that allows users to build software applications without writing a single line of code.

A digital tool designed to support the internal processes of a business

a unique identifier column in a database table that serves as the main reference point for each record, ensuring every row is identifiable.

Process automation is the use of technology to execute recurring business tasks or processes with minimal human intervention

A software development approach that prioritizes quick prototyping, fast feedback, and adaptive planning over long development cycles.

Restrictions imposed by APIs and services that control how many requests can be made within a specific time period

A method for restricting system access based on a user’s role within an organization.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is the standard internet protocol used for sending and routing emails

A programming language used to interact with relational databases, allowing users to create, read, update, and delete data.

Any tools, apps, or systems used within a company without the knowledge or approval of the IT department.

The use of technology to perform tasks, processes, and workflows automatically without human intervention

Text‑to‑App refers to a technology that transforms written, natural language instructions into a working application

AKA bidirectional synchronization. Where multiple systems can both send and receive updates, maintaining data consistency

An interface or editor that allows users to create content or design layouts visually

A software application that runs in a web browser, using internet technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

A low-fidelity visual representation of a user interface.

A defined sequence of tasks, decisions, and processes that guide work through a series of steps from start to finish.

An individual automated task within a workflow that performs specific operations like updating records or sending notifications

An event, condition, or action that automatically initiates a workflow, serving as the starting point

A Zapier-specific term for an automated workflow that consists of a trigger (an event in one app) and one or more actions