Webhook
Webhook
A webhook automatically sends information from one application to another when a specific event happens.
Explained simply
A webhook automatically sends information from one application to another when a specific event happens.
At a glance
- Category
- Development
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Introduced
- 2007
Real example
A payment service sends a webhook to your shop as soon as an order is paid.
Why it matters
It gives you a clear way to understand where this idea fits in AI and how it affects the tools you use.
Timeline
The ideas behind Webhook begin developing.
Webhook becomes a recognised term or technique.
Research and practical applications increase.
Webhook becomes connected to newer AI systems and products.
Webhook remains relevant in the development area of AI.
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