Meaning of the word backend in English

What does backend mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

backend

US /ˈbækˌɛnd/
UK /ˈbækˌɛnd/

Noun

the part of a computer system or application that is not directly accessed by the user, typically responsible for data storage and processing

Example:
The developers are working on improving the performance of the website's backend.
All the data is stored and managed by the backend server.

Adjective

relating to the part of a computer system or application that is not directly accessed by the user

Example:
He specializes in backend development and database management.
The team is responsible for all backend operations.