• Web Developer Job Description

    A web developer is someone whose job is to plan, design, test, maintain and upgrade websites or web applications. Web developers are responsible for creating and maintaining websites and their job involves web design, web programming, web publishing and database management.

    A web developer should be creative, analytical, prudent, diligent, detail-oriented and adaptable, and have the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time. They should be able to build well functioning websites with the simplest and cheapest technologies available.

  • What does a Web Developer do?

    Web developers may do some or all of the following:

    • discuss with clients to understand their requirements
    • plan website development projects
    • use web development tools to create websites or web applications
    • write programs in programming languages
    • check for bugs in web scripts and programs, and troubleshoot them
    • test the website on various browsers and modify if necessary
    • provide maintenance services for websites
    • liaise with other team members involved in the web development project
    • keep up with web technology developments and trends
  • Where does a Web Developer work?
  • Working Conditions

    Web developers usually work normal office hours, but may be required to work evenings and weekends to meet project deadlines. Web developers work in offices, but may also work from home. Their job can be stressful because of the technicality involved.

  • What is Required to Become a Web Developer ?

    To become a web developer, a certification or degree in computer science, information technology, web development, web engineering, or a similar discipline is helpful. Employers will prefer to hire developers with great work portfolios.

  • Modules
  • Specializations
  • Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

    Web developers need to have:

    • patience
    • creativity
    • determination
    • honesty and dependability
    • adaptability and versatility
    • good attention to detail
    • good interpersonal skills
    • good judgment and decision making skills
    • good listening and communication skills
    • time management and organizational skills
    • analytical and problem solving skills
    • technical and programming skills
    • leadership and business skills
    • self learning skills
    • the ability to accept and respond well to criticism
    • the ability to work well under pressure
    • the ability to concentrate for long periods
    • knowledge of HTML and CSS
    • knowledge of content management systems such as Joomla, WordPress, SilverStripe, and/or Drupal
    • knowledge of server-side scripting languages such as ASP, PHP, Ruby, Perl, and/or Java
    • knowledge of Client-Side Scripting languages JavaScript, python, and/or ActionScript
    • knowledge of relational databases systems such as Oracle, MySQL, SQL, and/or POSTgreSQL
    • knowledge of search engine optimization techniques
    • knowledge of project management principles and practices

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