suspend function

A suspend function is a special type of function used in programming, particularly in languages like Kotlin. It allows a program to pause its execution in a way that doesn't block other tasks from running simultaneously. This means the function can wait for things like network responses or file operations without freezing the whole application. When the necessary data is ready, it "resumes" from where it left off. This makes it easier to write efficient, responsive programs that handle multiple tasks at once, improving user experience and performance.