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NERDS

NERDS (noun) means a set of technologies commonly used together to build web applications. Example: “The startup built its whole platform on the NERDS stack.”

noun

A set of technologies commonly used together to build web applications.

"The startup built its whole platform on the NERDS stack."

How to use NERDS

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA technical shorthand for a common combination of web development tools.

When to use it

Jargon used mainly among software developers.

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Etymology

An acronym for Node.js, Express.js, React, and a database (using SQL), coined in the late 2010s.

· First attested 2010

Class of 2010 NERDS joined the language around 2010.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “NERDS” mean?

The word “NERDS” means a set of technologies commonly used together to build web applications. In plain terms, a technical shorthand for a common combination of web development tools.

How do you use “NERDS” in a sentence?

Here is “NERDS” used in a sentence: “The startup built its whole platform on the NERDS stack.”

What part of speech is “NERDS”?

“NERDS” is a noun.

Where does the word “NERDS” come from?

The word “NERDS” dates back to around 2010. An acronym for Node.js, Express.js, React, and a database (using SQL), coined in the late 2010s.

Is “NERDS” a common word?

“NERDS” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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