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Definition of "code-behind" [code-behind]

  • A technique in web design (specifically Microsoft ASP.NET) in which the web page and back-end source code are stored in separate files, allowing web designers and programmers to work independently. (noun)

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Use "code-behind" in a sentence
  • "This is called the code-behind, and it's the underlying code of your application."
  • "NET style page/code-behind level of separation between MXML and Actionscript."
  • "For instance, I double-click the button to add some code-behind, and Visual Studio pops up the code editor to allow me to add some code."