C.R.U.D.

CRUD stands for "Create","Read","Update", and "Delete". They are the 4 basic things people typically do with data in a some type of data store. Wikipedia defines CRUD as:

Create, read, update and delete (CRUD) are the four basic functions of persistent storage, a major part of nearly all computer software. Sometimes CRUD is expanded with the words retrieve instead of read or destroy instead of delete. It is also sometimes used to describe user interface conventions that facilitate viewing, searching, and changing information; often using computer-based forms and reports.

Often when working with data these are the 4 basic steps that are required to work with the data. So when you are creating your backend make sure you have at least these 4 things and you are set to start working with data.

This post is the first in a series of posts one what acronyms are in the programming world as there are a lot and we all need to know them so we don't get lost.