44: What is the difference between a framework and a library?
They're often confused and can appear very similar, so what are the differences between code frameworks and libraries?
A Question of Code · Ed & Tom Hazledine
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Show Notes
When coding, we often make use of external tools and snippets to make our life easier. Importing existing code into your codebase is a common occurrence. But what is the difference between code that adds missing features to the language you're using and code that changes the way you structure your application? The crucial difference is that the former are libraries (probably) and the later are frameworks (probably).
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