Website Development
Website development, also known as web development, refers to the process of creating and maintaining websites or web applications for the internet or intranet. It encompasses a wide range of tasks, including web design, coding, scripting, network configuration, and database management. Essentially, it's the entire process of building, programming, and maintaining websites and web applications.
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Creation and Building:
This involves using programming languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to structure and style the website, as well as to add functionality.
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Maintenance:
This includes ongoing tasks like updating content, fixing bugs, and ensuring the website remains functional and secure.
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Web Design:
This focuses on the visual aspects of the website, including layout, user interface (UI), and user experience (UX).
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Front-end and Back-end Development:
Website development can be broadly categorized into front-end (what users see and interact with) and back-end (the server-side logic and database management).
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Content Management Systems (CMS):
Many websites use CMS platforms like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal to manage content, which are also part of the development process.
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Web Applications:
Website development also includes the creation of complex web-based applications, such as e-commerce sites or social networks