Headless architecture separates the frontend experience from the backend content and data layer. Instead of a tightly coupled system, the backend exposes content through APIs while the frontend handles presentation independently. This approach enables teams to deliver the same content across websites, mobile apps, smart devices, and other platforms. Headless systems offer more flexibility, faster development, and improved performance—especially in dynamic, multi-channel environments.
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Headless architecture
A software architecture pattern where the frontend presentation layer is decoupled from the backend, allowing flexible content delivery across multiple channels.
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