Add common terms and definitions page to specification#570
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[WIP] Add a new page for defining common terms
Add common terms and definitions page to specification
Jun 23, 2025
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This PR adds a new "Definitions" page to the implementors section that consolidates common terms used throughout the Development Container Specification documentation.
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_implementors/definitions.mdwith comprehensive definitions for key concepts_config.ymland.gitignoreto properly exclude vendor dependenciesContent Included
The definitions page covers essential terms organized into logical sections:
Core Concepts
Configuration
Features
Orchestration & Lifecycle
Metadata
Testing
✅ Jekyll builds successfully without errors
✅ Page renders correctly with proper formatting
✅ Navigation integration works (appears in sidebar)
✅ All anchor links function properly
✅ Responsive design works on different screen sizes
This provides a centralized reference for developers and implementors to understand key terminology used throughout the specification.
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