Handlers Glossary

Browse 6 handlers terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

6 Handlers Terms

Authentication Handler
A component that receives authentication-related requests and coordinates validation, token issuance, redirects, or session setup. Authentication handlers...
Authorization Handler
A component that evaluates one or more authorization rules or policies for a request and decides whether the action should proceed. Authorization handlers...
Chain Pattern
A design pattern in which a request or piece of data is passed through a sequence of handlers, each of which may process it, modify it, or decide whether to...
Command Handler
A unit of code responsible for executing the logic associated with a specific command or action request. Command handlers are often used to keep intent,...
Connection Handler
A component or function responsible for establishing, managing, and reacting to the lifecycle of a connection. Connection handlers commonly process events such...
Custom Handler
A user-defined function or component that handles a request, event, callback, or processing step in a tailored way. Custom handlers allow teams to extend...

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