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Web Design vs. Web Development: What's the Difference?
It’s no secret that web design and web development have become more intertwined over the years. The two fields are quickly learning how to coexist, with many developers becoming adept at designing while some designers are getting into the technical side of things.
How do you know which you need? Depending on who you ask, there are a few different answers to this question. So let’s review them here and determine which path works best for you.
What is Web Design?
Web design is the term used to describe all visual aspects that form a website. The design includes logo, fonts, buttons, images, and colors. Websites can be accessed on any device at any time, which makes it necessary for them to be fully responsive.
What is Web Development?
Web development is about creating all aspects that go into a website, not just what you see on the screen. A web developer writes code to form a database, develops a software system, creates dynamic website content, writes scripts, plugins, or does any number of tasks to get your website to perform a certain way.
They also ensure your site remains up and running by monitoring bandwidth usage, debugging software errors, or updating content. Web developers usually work with two types of languages – one for coding websites and another for creating software applications.
The Difference Between Design And Development
To start, web developers are more like architects building a home. They might design it themselves or work with an architect on what to build. These professionals will ensure that everything is running smoothly when it's all said and done.
Web designers are more like decorators, turning a developer's structure into a visually appealing digital place your business can call home. They'll help by coming up with creative new ideas to make your website look the way you want.
