Difference between alerts and notiifcations in UI design (component wise)

[Charz1]

In UI design, what is the difference between a notification and an alert? OR Is a notification an alert? (or vice versa)

[sandra_vu]

Do not get stuck in the game of words.

UI Component Names can be quite fluid.

Shopify Polaris Design System calls them "feedback indicators"

https://polaris-react.shopify.com/components/feedback-indica...

Carbon by IBM calls them notification https://carbondesignsystem.com/components/notification/usage...

You should read these two guides.

And try to find a common ground with your team.