AI Chatbot Glossary
What Is JavaScript SDK?
The JavaScript SDK is the lightweight embed script that loads a chatbot widget on a website — typically a single <script> tag with a bot ID.
Definition
The lightweight embed script that loads a chatbot widget on a website. For Chatonbo, this is a single <script> tag with a unique bot ID that pulls the live widget and streams conversations to the backend. It loads asynchronously so it does not block page rendering.
Why JavaScript SDK Matters for AI Chatbots
A good JavaScript SDK is tiny, asynchronous, and safe to drop into any CMS — WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Webflow, or raw HTML. Chatonbo's single-tag SDK is under 30KB gzipped and never blocks First Contentful Paint.
Related Terms
Chatbot Widget
A chatbot widget is an embeddable UI component that adds a chat interface to any website — typically a floating button that opens into a conversation window.
Widget
A widget is a small self-contained component embedded into a website — the chatbot widget is the visible chat interface visitors interact with, added via a single line of code.
API (Application Programming Interface)
An API is a set of protocols that lets different software applications exchange data. In chatbots, APIs connect the bot to CRMs, e-commerce platforms, and helpdesks so conversations trigger real-world actions.
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