Can you explain what is meant by a framework in programming?

A framework is a set of ready-made components, libraries, and tools that provide developers with a structure and basic functionality for creating applications. It sets architectural patterns and standards, simplifying development and enabling code reuse.

Unlike a simple library, a framework controls the flow of program execution (inversion of control): the developer writes code that is called by the framework at appropriate moments.

Example: Django is a framework for web development in Python, which provides ready-made solutions for routing, database interaction, templating, etc.