Aspects of developing English-Russian electronic dictionary on data analysis for IT students

Problem statement . The use of information technology has significantly transformed the field of education. Various electronic tools are successfully used in foreign language teaching. Electronic dictionaries offer expanded functionality, although their development remains a complex process and requires further research to optimize their use in education. Methodology . This study involves analyzing the aspects of developing an electronic dictionary that IT students could use for mastering English for specific purposes. The authors put forward the principles of lexical unit selection for the dictionary. Besides, didactical principles have been suggested to be used as a methodological foundation for the dictionary. Results . Based on the performed analysis, the study identifies key technical components for creating an electronic dictionary (databases, CMS, API) and highlights the importance of choosing a programming language for development. Various word search algorithms are also considered to enhance search efficiency and improve the user experience. Conclusion . The article highlights the key aspects of the electronic dictionary creation and emphasizes the importance of relying on certain didactic principles for completing the dictionary and implementing it in education process.