What exactly is a "bounded context"?

What exactly is a "bounded context"?
Think of it like different departments in a company—Sales, HR, IT, and Marketing.
Each department has its own tasks, language, and responsibilities. They communicate clearly internally, but they might use different terms or concepts than other departments.
In software engineering (particularly Domain-Driven Design), a bounded context is exactly that—a clear boundary around a specific part of your software system. It defines a space where specific terms, rules, and logic apply consistently.
Why does it matter?
Clearer communication: Teams understand exactly what terms and ideas mean within their context.
Less confusion: Reduces misunderstandings when terms mean different things in different contexts.
Better design: Helps you create cleaner, more maintainable, and scalable software.
Think about your project:
Do you have clearly defined "departments" or are things getting confused across contexts?
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