* [Mouse keys](mouse_keys.md)
* Reference
+ * [Glossary](glossary.md)
* [Keymap overview](keymap.md)
* [Keycodes](keycodes.md)
* [Basic Keycodes](basic_keycodes.md)
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+# Glossary of QMK terms
+
+git
+: versioning software used at the commandline
+
+keymap
+: an array of keycodes mapped to a physical keyboard layout, which are processed on key presses and releases
+
+matrix
+: a wiring pattern of columns and rows (and usually diodes) that enables the MCU to detect keypresses with a fewer number of pins
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