Targets Glossary

Browse 3 targets terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

3 Targets Terms

Build Target: The specific output, platform, environment, or named goal that a build tool is asked to produce. Build targets are used to distinguish things like web vs...
Compile Target: The platform, runtime, or output type that a compiler is instructed to generate code for, such as a specific OS, architecture, bytecode format, or browser...
Quota: A target, usually for revenue or bookings, assigned to a salesperson or team and often tied to compensation. Quota quality shapes sales behavior because people...