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Summary : Terms like web design, website design and web development have
become quite common, but not everyone understands the distinction.
Terms like web design, website design and web development have become quite
common, but not everyone understands the distinction. Even if one does not
belong to the IT industry, the services of a web developer or web designer are
needed at some time. More and more businesses seek professional website
developers and designers to build their online identity, so it is important to
understand which professional best suits your needs.
Web Development
Website development is the backbone of creating a web presence. Web development
refers to the high-level coding that create such elements such as bulletin
boards, chat rooms, content management software, ecommerce shopping cart
software and more. Think of web site development as the engine that powers an
interactive, or cutting-edge web site. Website developers are the professionals
to seek when you need enhanced functionality of an existing site, or a
cutting-edge interactive new website. While you may be unsure how to create a
feature on your site, a good web developer will understand your need, and,
employing high-level coding and technology, translate your idea into reality.
Web Design
Web design, on the other hand, refers more to the organization of graphics and
content. To be certain, web designers should have some coding skills as well,
typically HTML, but typically not as advanced as a web developer. A web designer
must understand your visitor's intent in order to create a highly usable
website. The ease of navigation, degree of user-friendliness and accessibility
of content are critical aspects that enhance the popularity of a website. Good
web designers also consider the download speed of their creation. Ideally, the
website should be designed load quickly, and provide information in an
attractive manner. Websites loaded with extensive graphics may be visually
appealing, but unless designed efficiently, take very long to load. This can
result in a lose of audience, so any good web designer will balance the need for
exciting visuals with functional constraints.
In a nutshell, what you need for your site determines which professional is best
for the job. If you have a site already and need more sophisticated features, or
desire a cutting-edge new site, you need a web developer. If, however, your
needs are more basic, and you need a functional, content-driven site, or to
simply spruce up the appearance of your current site, a web design firm fits the
bill.
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