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Glossary of Terms

Below is an alphabetized list of terms relevant to Bytespace, its tools, and web automation. Use the navigation links to jump to specific letters for easy browsing.

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A

Action Block
A modular unit in your automation workflow that performs a specific task, such as clicking a button or filling out a form.API (Application Programming Interface)
A set of rules that allow different software applications to communicate with each other.

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B

Browser Automation
The use of software or tools to perform tasks in a web browser automatically, such as navigation, clicking, or data scraping.Breakpoint
A pause inserted in an automation to troubleshoot or test specific sections of a workflow.

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C

Captcha Solver
A feature or service that resolves CAPTCHAs to enable smooth automation without manual intervention.Conditional Logic
A set of rules that guide the behavior of automation based on specific conditions, such as “if X happens, do Y.”

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D

Debugging
The process of identifying and resolving issues within an automation workflow.Data Scraping
Extracting structured data from a website for use in other applications or analyses.

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E

Element Selector
A tool used to identify and target specific elements on a webpage, such as buttons, text fields, or images.Event Listener
A mechanism that waits for a specific action, such as a click or scroll, before triggering a task in the automation.

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F

Flowchart
A visual representation of an automation workflow that outlines the sequence of actions and decisions.Form Automation
The process of automatically filling out and submitting forms on websites.

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G

Google Chrome Extension
A Bytespace tool that enables users to run web-agents locally within the Chrome browser.Granular Permissions
Detailed access controls that define what actions or data an automation or user can interact with.

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H

Headless Browser
A browser that operates without a graphical user interface, often used in automation for faster execution.Human-Like Actions
Automation behaviors that mimic real user interactions, such as mouse movement and typing patterns, to avoid detection.

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I

Integration
The process of connecting Bytespace tools with external applications or services to enhance functionality.Iteration
A single run or cycle of an automation workflow, often used for testing and debugging.

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J

JavaScript Selector
A method of identifying web elements using JavaScript-based rules.

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K

Key Logger
A diagnostic tool that records user input to help debug input-based workflows.

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L

Logs
Detailed records of actions performed during an automation, used for monitoring and debugging.Loop
A sequence in automation that repeats actions until a specified condition is met.

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M

Modular Workflow
An automation design approach where workflows are divided into smaller, reusable components.Multi-Agent System
A setup where multiple web-agents collaborate to perform complex tasks or workflows.

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N

Node
A single action or decision point in an automation workflow.

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O

OAuth
An authentication protocol that allows secure access to resources without exposing user credentials.Optimization
The process of improving an automation workflow for speed, accuracy, or reliability.

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P

Proxy Server
An intermediary server used in automation to mask the origin of requests and avoid detection.Parameter
A variable input that customizes the behavior of an automation task.

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Q

Queue
A sequence of tasks or workflows waiting to be executed in an automation.

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R

Runtime Environment
The system in which automation workflows are executed, such as a local machine or cloud server.Regex (Regular Expression)
A pattern used to identify specific text within a webpage during automation.

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S

Sandbox
An isolated testing environment used to safely develop and test automation workflows.Scheduler
A tool that allows you to set specific times for automations to run.

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T

Test Run
A trial execution of an automation to ensure it works as intended before full deployment.Trigger
An event or condition that initiates an automation workflow.

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U

User-Agent String
A string of text that identifies the browser and operating system to a website, often used to avoid detection in automation.

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V

Virtual Browser
A browser simulated in software for running automations without impacting the user’s local machine.

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W

Web-Agent
A Bytespace tool that performs tasks on websites as if it were a human user.Workflow
The sequence of actions and decisions that define an automation process.

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X

XPath
A method for selecting elements on a webpage using XML-like paths.

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Y

Yield
The result or output generated by an automation workflow.

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Z

Zero-Day Change
A sudden change on a website that can disrupt automation workflows, requiring immediate updates.