Description

Here at Universal Data Systems we build web pages and applications for either the Intranet, a private network, or the Internet. We not only focus on a website’s design, but moreover we are majorly concerned with the programming and coding part, which is the main reason for the functioning of the website.

We develop and maintain web pages, including the components like web design, web programming, web publishing, and database management. This involves various types of web development tools and techniques such as text editors for manually coding the websites, UI designers/coders for developing a web page, using blogging tools to update blogs, and more.

From basic and simple websites to complex web applications and social media platforms and from numerous online shopping web pages to even content management systems (CMS), all the online tools and websites that we use regularly are part of Web Development.

Web Development Platforms

In the world we live in today, rather than being a trend, a website is a necessity. No matter how small or how big an organization is, to survive and succeed in this era of digital social media, making a website and reaching out to your crowd using online methods are necessary.

These days, people are also building their web pages to share information or their personal experience with others.

Some of the most popular website development platforms include:

• WordPress
• Wix
• Weebly
• Jimdo

A Word About Each Platform

WordPress

WordPress is among the most influential web development platforms used to design web pages. It comprises 62 different programming languages, which allows people to easily understand and use it. It is a free web site that offers various options for web hosting. Also, it includes numerous customization options, templates, etc., allowing users to build personalized web pages on this platform.

Wix

Wix is another amazing and popular web building platform used commonly. It allows you to choose from a wide range of features and layouts available on the website in just some clicks. It is a user-friendly and self-explanatory platform that allows you to build your blog, along with online shopping stores.

Its drag-and-drop feature allows even new users to use this website without any hassle. Also, in Wix, you can choose a blank template and create your page from scratch. Besides, it also offers a free storage plan, along with limited bandwidth. If necessary, you can also opt for the Wix premium plan based on your requirements.

Weebly

Weebly is one of the most convenient platforms for web development. It consists of the drag-and-drop functionality that allows users to build a well-designed web page. It also includes an app store for the users to add and update new features to their web pages easily.

Similar to Wix, it helps move elements efficiently and adds various features to the website when required. But, users can add these functionalities only to those areas on the web page that are predetermined such as the footer of the web page and the main area of content.

Further, the users can also switch in-between templates an ample number of times to get the perfect look for the website they are creating.

Jimdo is another name on the list of trending Web Development platforms. It allows you to build your website in a hassle-free manner. This web page creator platform is based on using templates which you can develop attractive, attention-grabbing, and responsive web pages with little or no programming skills and knowledge.

It supports all types of businesses including e-commerce capabilities, portfolio options, and many more.

It has a wide range of options and features especially for new users to choose from. Editing color, background, or font is easy and can be done with a few simple clicks and drags. These templates help you design personalized websites for your use and purpose. To change the outlook of your web page, you can switch the templates while retaining your work.

Most Popular Web Development Tools

To build functioning websites efficiently and easily, there are various tools that Web Developers can use. These tools allow them to build well-functioning websites with friendly user interfaces. Some of the widely used Web Development tools we use are as follows:

• GitHub
• Sass
• CodePen
• AngularJS
• TypeScript
• Sketch
• JQuery
• Sublime Text
• Bootstrap
• Grunt
• Chrome DevTools
• NPM
• Visual Studio Code

Web Development Technologies

Our UDS Web Development team understands and has extensive knowledge of the technologies used in Web Development. Below are some of the most common Web Development technologies that we use every day:

• HTML
• Browsers
• Programming languages
• CSS
• Frameworks
• Databases
• Libraries
• Servers
• Clients
• Frontend Development
• Backend Development
• Protocols
• Data formats
• API

Web Development Frameworks

Web Development frameworks were created by Developers to make it easier to develop and work with various programming languages. These frameworks remove all the redundant and difficult tasks that are involved in the process of setting up a web page. The frameworks either do the tasks themselves or make it easier for Our Developers to complete those tasks.

Below are a few frameworks that UDS Web Developers use:

• Node.js: A JavaScript framework for server-side
• Ruby on Rails: A full-stack framework developed with the help of Ruby
• Ionic: A mobile framework
• Django: A full-stack framework developed in Python
• Bootstrap: A user interface (UI) framework to develop using CSS/HTML/JavaScript
• Cordova/PhoneGap: A mobile framework used to expose native Android and iOS APIs to use while writing JavaScript
• WordPress: A CMS developed on PHP
• .NET: A full-stack framework developed by Microsoft
• Foundation: A UI framework used to build with JavaScript/CSS/HTML
• Angular.js, Backbone.js, and Ember.js: Front-end JavaScript frameworks
• Drupal: A CMS framework developed using PHP

Web Development Languages

Programming languages are used to communicate with other systems and computers and give them necessary instructions. Our Developers have a plethora of languages to choose from to do the same. Some of these languages are listed below:

• Python
• Java
• Ruby
• JavaScript
• Go
• CoffeeScript
• PHP
• Swift
• Objective-C

Among these, Java Web Development and PHP Web Development are the most frequently used when compared to the others.

3 Layers of Web Development

• Presentation Layer Web Development
• Logic Layer Web Development
• Data Layer Web Development

Presentation Layer Web Development

This type of Web Development helps convert information and available data into a graphical user interface using CSS, HTML, and JavaScript such that users can easily interact with the provided interface. It deals with the part of the website that users can see and easily comprehend.

For instance, on your browser, you as a user see and interact with the website’s frontend. It consists of all the things that you can view and experience directly, including colors, text, images, buttons, etc.

Data Layer Web Development

The Data Layer of any web page is the portion that users don’t or can’t see. It is the backbone of the website. Users cannot see it, but it is the part responsible for the functioning of the website. It allows developers to store and organize data, as well as ensures the proper working and functioning of everything available on the frontend or the client-side.

The backend data layer interacts with the frontend part of the web page by sending and receiving data that is shown live on the website. When users enter some data, fill out forms, or purchase something, the browser sends that request to the backend (the server-side) which, in turn, sends back the data as frontend code for the web page to comprehend, interpret, and make it visible for you.

Logic Layer Web Development

The Logic Layer is the combined development of the frontend and the backend of a web page. It includes the development of the graphics and design of the web page, along with managing the database for data organization and storage.

Future Scope of Web Development

With technologies like Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and more rising day by day in terms of need and use, they can immensely help in the field of Web Development, thereby increasing the opportunities for Web Developers. No matter what requirements the future holds, we continue to enhance our Web Developer Skills to always be in demand.

Universal Data Systems Web Development offers all of the knowledge and experience you’ll ever need for the web. Checkout the Future of Web Development!