Common Terminology: Web Design & Development

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The following terms are commonly used throughout the web development and design process.

Full-stack Development:

Full-stack Development involves developing both the front-end and back-end of a website. A full-stack developer has knowledge of both front-end and back-end technologies and is able to work on both.

Front-end Development involves developing the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of a website. It includes knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as frameworks such as React, Vue.js, and Angular.

Back-end Development:

Back-end Development involves developing the server-side of a website or web application. It includes knowledge of languages such as Python, Ruby, and PHP, as well as frameworks such as Node.js and Django.

Responsive Design:

Responsive Design is the practice of designing a website to be easily viewed and navigated on various screen sizes and devices.

User Experience (UX) Design:

User Experience (UX) Design involves designing the overall experience of a website or web application for the user. It includes usability testing, user research, and User Interface (UI) Design.

Website Security:

Website Security involves ensuring that a website is secure from attacks such as hacking and data breaches. It includes techniques such as using HTTPS, protecting against cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, and implementing secure authentication methods.

Website Accessibility:

Website Accessibility involves ensuring that a website is accessible to people with disabilities. It includes techniques such as using proper HTML semantics, providing alternative text for images, and designing for intuitive navigation.

Website Performance Optimization:

Website Performance Optimization involves optimizing the performance of a website, such as reducing page load times, improving server response times, and optimizing images and other assets.

Website Analytics:

Website Analytics involves collecting and analyzing data about website traffic and user behavior. It includes techniques such as setting up Google Analytics, tracking user interactions, and using data to improve website performance and user experience.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO):

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) involves optimizing a website to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs). It includes techniques such as keyword research, content optimization, and link building.