Exception Glossary Definition

An Exception is a runtime event or object that represents an error or unusual condition that interrupts normal program flow.

Exception is a Web programming concept used to add behavior, data exchange, browser integration, or application logic to online experiences.

Exception handling lets software separate normal logic from recovery, reporting, cleanup, and failure paths.

Related concepts include Source Code.

Developers use this concept when adding interaction, integrating services, handling browser events, or building richer Web applications.

Related concepts include JavaScript, Application Programming Interface and JSON.

Additional Resource: MDN Web Docs Glossary.