Simple Definitions
Dependency Injection ( DI )
A programming technique where
dependencies of class or function passed in from the outside, rather than being created or instantiated inside the class or function.
Keyword : External dependencies, Inject, Pass in
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Inversion of Control ( IoC )
A design pattern where control over the flow of a program is inverted or moved to a separate component or framework.
Instead of the application code controlling the flow of control, a separate component or framework takes over that responsibility.
Keyword : Separate component, Framework, Flow of control
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Main difference between DI and IoC
While DI is often used in conjunction with IoC frameworks or containers, it is not the same as IoC itself. DI is a specific technique for managing dependencies, while IoC is a broader principle for managing control flow in a software system.