Acronyms Beginning With H
Sales, marketing, and technology acronyms that begin with H
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HMAC-SHA1
A specific implementation of the Hash-based Message Authentication Code (HMAC) algorithm that uses the SHA-1 (Secure Hash Algorithm 1) cryptographic hash function. It is designed to verify both the data integrity and the authenticity of a message by using a shared secret key between communicating parties. In HMAC-SHA1, the message is processed with SHA-1 in a two-pass structure: first by…
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HML
A lightweight templating syntax used in email and content personalization, enabling marketers to insert customer data and logic into content blocks dynamically. Initially developed by Salesforce to replace the more complex AMPscript and proprietary personalization languages in Marketing Cloud, HML is based on the Handlebars.js open-source templating engine, making it easier to read, write, and maintain. HML enables marketers to…
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HOLAP
A type of Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) system that combines the best features of Multidimensional OLAP (MOLAP) and Relational OLAP (ROLAP) to provide a balanced approach for handling complex analytical queries and large data volumes. Key features of HOLAP include: Hybrid data storage: HOLAP systems store data in both multidimensional databases (like MOLAP) and relational databases (like ROLAP). The system…
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HOTP
An algorithm for generating one-time passwords (OTPs) for authentication purposes. HOTP is the foundation upon which the TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) algorithm is built. Key points about HOTP: Algorithm: HOTP uses a cryptographic hash function (usually HMAC-SHA1) and a shared secret key to generate a unique password based on a counter value. Counter-based: Each password is generated using a counter…
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HPACK
HPACK isn’t actually an acronym – it’s just the name given to HTTP/2’s header compression format. Think of HPACK like a smart dictionary system for website data: Common Phrases Dictionary Instead of sending full phrases like “show me the webpage” each time, it uses shortcodes Like texting omw instead of on my way Learning New Phrases As you browse, HPACK…
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HPC
The practice of using powerful computational resources to solve complex problems and process large amounts of data at high speed. HPC systems achieve this by combining multiple processors—either CPUs, GPUs, or both—across many servers (known as nodes), which work together to perform calculations simultaneously (parallel processing). HPC is used across industries where large-scale data analysis and intensive computational tasks are…
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HPOS
Formerly known as Custom Order Tables, HPOS is a WooCommerce feature designed to improve the performance, scalability, and reliability of order data management. Unlike the legacy system that stores order information across multiple WordPress posts and meta tables, HPOS stores orders in dedicated, purpose-built database tables. This modernized architecture reduces query load, speeds up order processing, and enables large stores…
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HR
Also known as Human Resources Development, HR is the process of developing and enhancing the knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees in an organization. This can be achieved through various training and development programs, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. HR Development professionals typically: Identify training and development needs: HR Development professionals analyze employees’ skills and knowledge to determine what…
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hreflang
An HTML attribute is used in the head section of a webpage or in an XML sitemap to indicate a specific page’s language and regional targeting. Hreflang tags help search engines understand the relationship between different language versions of a webpage, ensuring that users see the appropriate language version in search results based on their language preferences and location. Example: <link rel="alternate"…
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HRIS
A software solution designed to streamline and automate an organization’s human resources (HR) processes. It is a centralized platform for storing, managing, and analyzing employee data, enabling HR departments to operate more efficiently and strategically. Modern HRIS platforms typically consolidate a wide range of HR functions. These include: Benefits administration: Manages employee benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and…
