Foundations
What is Facade?
A simple front door to a complex subsystem. Callers use one easy API instead of many internal types.
In real work
Facade: CheckoutFacade.charge() hides tax, fraud, and payment behind one call from the UI.
How is this different from Googling it?
Google gives a definition. Prompthaus pairs each term with how it shows up in standups, PRs, prompts, and design reviews—then quizzes you until the word sticks. One term a day on iPhone.