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?

<p>To govern the requests and responses between the browser and web server (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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What is the role of a full-stack developer?

<p>To work on both front-end and back-end development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for advanced web functionality?

<p>Web scripts and special programs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a frontend designer?

<p>To design and develop the user interface of a website (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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What is the primary focus of an information designer?

<p>Organizing content and its accessibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What skills do people who handle production need to have?

<p>HTML, style sheets, and scripting or programming skills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of interface design?

<p>The usability of a website (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a web programmer?

<p>To handle the programming and scripting of a website (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sound, video, and Flash movies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Creating and troubleshooting documents and style sheets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to communicate well with information and interface designers?

<p>Web programmers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Designing the visual aspects of a website (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for an information designer?

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Flashcards

HTTP

A communication standard for transferring data between web browsers and web servers.

URL

A unique address that identifies a resource on the internet, like a webpage or file.

Web Design

The visual appearance and user experience of a website.

Web Development

The process of coding and building a website using programming languages.

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Web Programmer

A developer who focuses on adding functionality and interactivity to a website.

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Front-End Developer

A developer who focuses on the user interface (UI) and how users interact with a website.

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Back-End Developer

A developer who focuses on the server-side logic and database interactions.

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Full-Stack Developer

A developer who works on both front-end and back-end development.

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Front-End Design

The user-facing aspects of a website, visible in the browser.

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Graphic Design (Web Design)

The visual presentation and aesthetic elements of a website.

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Information Design

Organizing website content and navigation for easy access and understanding.

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Interface Design

Focusing on the usability and interaction with the website for users.

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Usability

How easy a website is to use and understand for visitors.

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Document Production (Web)

Creating and managing the various documents, stylesheets, scripts, and images that make up a website.

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What does a web designer do?

Web designers create the visual look and functionality of a website from a user's perspective.

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What does a web developer do?

Web developers code and build websites using programming languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

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What is the difference between front-end and back-end development?

Front-end development focuses on what the user sees and interacts with, while back-end development handles the server-side logic and data.

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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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