Introduction to Web Development

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What is the main purpose of a URL?

To specify the design of a website

To develop the infrastructure of a website

To specify the location of a resource available electronically (correct)

To visualize the user experience

What is the primary focus of back-end developers?

The infrastructure of a website or web application (correct)

The functionality of a website

The visual look of a website

The user experience of a website

What is the term used to describe the visual look of a website and its functionality from a user's perspective?

Front-end development

Back-end development

Web development

Web design (correct)

What is HTTP used for?

To govern the requests and responses between the browser and web server Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of creating a website's intended design using programming languages?

Web development Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a full-stack developer?

To work on both front-end and back-end development Signup and view all the answers

What is required for advanced web functionality?

Web scripts and special programs Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a frontend designer?

To design and develop the user interface of a website Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of web design that requires attention?

Presentation and design Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an information designer?

Organizing content and its accessibility Signup and view all the answers

What skills do people who handle production need to have?

HTML, style sheets, and scripting or programming skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of interface design?

The usability of a website Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a web programmer?

To handle the programming and scripting of a website Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of multimedia elements that can be added to a website?

Sound, video, and Flash movies Signup and view all the answers

What is a key task involved in the web design process?

Creating and troubleshooting documents and style sheets Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to communicate well with information and interface designers?

Web programmers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a graphic designer in web design?

Designing the visual aspects of a website Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for an information designer?

Information architect Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

HTTP and URLs

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is a communication standard governing requests and responses between browsers and web servers.
A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is a standard way to specify the location of a resource available electronically.
Each document has its own special address called a URL.

Web Design and Development

Web design is the visual look and functionality of a website from a user's perspective.
Web designers work within design software like Figma or Adobe XD to create visually appealing user experiences.
Web development is the process of coding a website to create the intended design using programming languages like CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Python, Ruby on Rails, and more.
There are back-end developers (focus on infrastructure), front-end developers (focus on functionality), and full-stack developers (work on both front-end and back-end).

Web Development Roles

Web programmers (also called developers) handle scripting and programming for advanced web functionality.
Developers who specialize in programming may never touch a graphic file or have input on how the pages look.
They need to communicate well with information and interface designers to ensure their scripts meet intended goals and user expectations.

Web Design Disciplines

Frontend design refers to any aspect of the design process that appears in or relates directly to the browser.
Web design combines disciplines, including:
- Graphic design
- Information design
- Interface design
- HTML, style sheet, and graphic production
- Scripting and programming
- Multimedia

Graphic Design

Graphic designers make decisions regarding presentation and design on a web page.
They may never need to learn backend programming languages.

Information Design

Information design is the organization of content and how you get to it.
Information designers are also called "information architects".

Interface Design

Interface design focuses on how the page works.
It involves the concept of usability, how easily visitors can accomplish their goals on the site, and the general experience of using the site.

Document Production

Document production involves creating and troubleshooting documents, style sheets, scripting, and images that make up a site.

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Learn about the basics of web development, including HTTP, URLs, and web design principles. Understand how these concepts work together to create a functioning website.