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JWT
Quick Definition
Compact secure token for transmitting information
Full Definition
JSON Web Token, a compact URL-safe token for securely transmitting information between parties.
Examples
access tokens, refresh tokens, stateless authentication
Related Terms
authentication
oauth
token
More Backend Terms
Circuit Breaker
Pattern preventing cascading failures by halting failing requests
Rate Limiting
Controlling request frequency within a time period
API Gateway
Server managing API traffic between clients and services
Serverless
Cloud model running code on-demand without server management
Authentication
Verifying user identity before granting access
Load Shedding
Rejecting requests under excessive load to maintain stability