Configura Publishing Program: Comprehensive Term Glossary
Purpose
This glossary provides definitions for terminology used throughout the Configura Publishing Program documentation. Terms are organized by category for easier reference.
Extension Development Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| Extension | A software package that extends the functionality of CET, allowing for product-specific features and catalog data. | All policies |
| CM (Configura Magic) | The proprietary programming language used to develop CET extensions. | Code Access Policy |
| Snapper | The most fundamental object type that an insertable product is built from in CM code. | Performance Standards |
| Connector | Functionality to allow for connections or linking between Snappers to be made. | Extension Review Policy |
| Build | A version of the extension or CM code that is intended to be distributed by MyConfigura. | Basic Support Policy |
| Git | Storage location for custom code owned by a Project/Extension owner. | Code Access Policy |
| Hook | An injection point in the CET platform that allows custom code to execute during specific operations. | Performance Standards |
| Patch | Regular scheduled code update to CET or an Extension. | Uninstall Policy |
| Hot Fix | Unscheduled code update for CET or an Extension to address critical issues. | Uninstall Policy |
| First Aid | Opt-in code update for CET or an Extension. | Publishing Policy |
| Major Update | Bi-annual major release of CET in November and May. | Migration section |
| Minor Update | Larger than patch release between major releases. | Migration section |
| Migration | The process of updating extensions to be compatible with a new major CET version. | Publishing Policy |
Data Structure Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| Data Catalog | OFDA XML driven project that contains one or more Product Catalogs, Languages, and Currencies. | Model Performance Guidelines |
| Product | A good/object that can be placed into CET design space. Contains Product Code/Number, Description and other possible fields. | Extension Review Policy |
| Feature | Represents a characteristic change, contains one or more options to describe the configurations of a Product. | Extension Review Policy |
| Option | Individual choice on a given Feature. | Extension Review Policy |
| Product Catalog | A means of collecting products and presenting them to users with a hierarchical structure. | Extension Review Policy |
| Triangle Budget | The recommended polygon count limit for 3D models used in CET. | Model Performance Guidelines |
| Level of Detail (LOD) | Different resolution versions of a 3D model used at varying distances to optimize performance. | Model Performance Guidelines |
Review and Quality Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| Extension Review (ER) | The process of evaluating extensions against Configura’s standards for quality, performance, and user experience. | Extension Review Policy |
| On-Demand Review | Extension Review required for initial publication to the MyConfigura marketplace. | Extension Review Policy |
| Annual Review | Yearly evaluation of existing extensions to ensure ongoing compliance with standards. | Extension Review Policy |
| Blocking Issue | A critical problem that must be resolved before an extension can be approved. | Extension Review Policy |
| Very High Issue | A significant issue that requires attention but may not block approval. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| High Issue | An important issue that should be addressed to improve extension quality. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| Test Rejected | Status indicating an extension has not passed the annual Extension Review. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| Performance Standards | The set of benchmarks used to evaluate extension performance. | Performance Standards |
MyConfigura Platform Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| MyConfigura | Configura’s platform for managing extensions, catalogs, and user access. | All policies |
| Project | High-level grouping as an organization within MyConfigura. Extensions, catalog access, and approval processes are available through these. | Approval Policy |
| Marketplace | The platform where extensions are published and made available to users. | Publishing Policy |
| Official Distribution | The CET distribution that is used for ALL live users of CET. | Publishing Policy |
| Distribution | Unique version of CET created for testing purposes. | Publishing Policy |
| Build Center | MyConfigura functionality that allows Project/Extension Owners and developers to create unique CET distributions. | Publishing Policy |
| Extension Deactivation | Initiates uninstallation of an extension within the entire CET user base. | Uninstall Policy |
| Uninstallation | Manual removal of an extension, typically performed by support. | Uninstall Policy |
Role and Permission Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| Extension Owner | The organization or individual responsible for an extension, including its quality and maintenance. | All policies |
| Project Owner | Permission level required to manage Projects, extensions and catalogs and agree to MyConfigura agreements and policies. | Approval Policy |
| Developer Admin | Permission level needed to manage extensions, publishing, and gain access to the git repositories for an extension. | Code Access Policy |
| Account Executive | Configura representative who serves as the primary contact for Extension Owners. | Basic Support Policy |
Industry-Specific Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| CI | Commercial Interiors - one of Configura’s core industry editions. | Extension Review Policy |
| MH | Material Handling - one of Configura’s core industry editions. | Extension Review Policy |
| KB | Kitchen and Bath - one of Configura’s core industry editions. | Extension Review Policy |
| CollabPro | A collaborative tool for the Material Handling version of CET. | Extension Review Policy |
| CET Runtime Platform | The technical name for the software platform on which CET runs. | Approval Policy |
Support and Maintenance Terms
| Term | Definition | Referenced In |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Support | User support service included in the publishing program, routing users to the Extension Owner’s organization. | Basic Support Policy |
| Jira | The issue tracking system used to manage Extension Review findings and support tickets. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| More Info Needed (Verification) | A status in Jira indicating that additional information is needed from the Extension Owner. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| Project Access License | License required to access Jira projects for Extension Review. | Extension Review Jira FAQ |
| Load Code | Code that handles loading and compatibility with previous versions of drawings. | Performance Standards |
Document Version: 1.0
Last Updated: February 28, 2025
Next Review: August 28, 2025
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