17 Web Development
Web Development could be for you if you like:
Being creative
Complex problems
Fixing things
- Making things
Using computers
More about this skill:
Web Development encompasses many different skills and disciplines in the production and maintenance of websites. The skills required of a web developer are diverse, often to the point it is difficult for a developer to excel in all aspects. As a result, a team may cover the Web Design and Development process, with each member of the team having their own strengths, specialties and role in the development process.
Web Development involves implementing specific solutions that follow the business rules and objectives outlined by the client. Web Developers develop a professional relationship with their clients, interacting with them in order to develop a deep understanding of the requirements and convert these into a website specification. Based on the website planning and design, the Web Developer integrates the website with third party tools and platforms. During the development process the Web Developer implements the design, using their programming skills in order to create dynamic functionalities, test and debug the website using a variety of devices.
Strong design and communication skills, coupled with research techniques and a grasp of target audiences, markets and trends, will ensure initial client satisfaction and credibility for the Web Designer. Having completed the website planning and design, the Web Designer then integrates the website with third party tools and platforms. During the development process Web Designers implement the design, use their programming skills in order to create dynamic functionalities, test, and debug the website using a variety of devices. The current trend is to also integrate the website with social media to take advantage of the online marketing platforms available. All these skills may apply equally to the re-design or an upgrade of an existing website.