GlossaryTech | Learn tech words

Learn tech terms whilst web sourcing

GlossaryTech | Learn Tech Words - Chrome Extension

GlossaryTech is a unique Chrome extension that assists in tech recruiting and sourcing by highlighting tech terms on any website. Detailed yet concise definitions are provided for highlighted words, with related terms and alternatives listed. Conveniently, the tool also features a filter option by categories such as Front-end, Back-end, and QA. It's a free and invaluable tool for anyone venturing into the tech industry or individuals expanding their IT-related vocabularies.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 20,000+
Rating: 4.49
(39)
Version: 0.11.3 (Last updated: 2024-06-21)
Creation date: 2019-09-03
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • cookies
  • activeTab
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • https://*/*
  • http://*/*
Size: 1.81M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
GlossaryTech | Learn tech words (v0.11.3)
2,414+ 5.00 (4)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • User-friendly interface
  • Contains a good amount of terms and definitions
  • Useful for understanding LinkedIn profiles
  • Works well for understanding technical terms, especially for users without a technical background
  • Fast performance
Cons
  • Does not work consistently across websites
  • Sidebar issues (not displaying and highlighting skills in grey)
  • Stopped working after Chrome updates
  • Lack of support for non-programming technical terms
  • Help guides and troubleshooting steps are ineffective
Most mentioned
  • Extension stopped working after Chrome updates
  • Sidebar does not display properly
  • User-friendly and useful for understanding technical terms
  • Works best for LinkedIn profiles
  • Need for improvement in supporting more technical fields
User reviews
doesnt work at all?? tried clicking the extension and its just blank-- no response at all.
by Kaushal Patel, 2025-01-08

Me gusta la app pero en algún momento podía escanear términos directo sobre la web donde estaba viendo y ahora ya no
by Denise Rostkier, 2024-06-27

Гениальное расширение
by Evgeny, 2024-02-07
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Risk impact analysis details
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