DOM API

[/dɒm ˈeɪ.piː.aɪ/ or /ˌdiː.oʊ.ˈɛm ˈeɪ.piː.aɪ/]
noun
API do DOM
1. A programming interface that allows developers to access, modify, and manipulate the structure and content of HTML documents dynamically using JavaScript
The DOM API enables developers to change element styles and content without reloading the page.
A API do DOM permite que desenvolvedores alterem estilos e conteúdo de elementos sem recarregar a página.
2. The set of methods and properties provided by web browsers to interact with the Document Object Model
Using the DOM API, you can select elements with document.querySelector() and modify their properties.
Usando a API do DOM, você pode selecionar elementos com document.querySelector() e modificar suas propriedades.
DOM API is fundamental terminology in web development education and practice globally. In Brazil and Portugal, developers typically use the English acronym 'DOM API' or translate it to 'API do DOM' interchangeably in technical documentation and discussions. The term is essential in modern web development culture and is rarely translated literally in professional settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
Document Object Model APIDOM InterfaceWeb API

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
API do DOM
Standard technical term used in tech communities
Portugal
API do DOM
Same usage as in Brazil; technical terminology is consistent
USA/International
DOM API
English acronym widely used in programming documentation and education

Related Words

JavaScriptHTMLdocument objectquerySelectorgetElementByIdaddEventListenerWeb APIsBrowser APIs

Related Idioms & Phrases

Manipulating the DOM
Traversing the DOM tree
Querying the DOM
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