April 26, 2013 | Web Design

An Introduction to Website Development

Website development is not a single function per se, but a broad collection of all the functions required getting a website on the Internet or on an intranet up and running from scratch. It includes everything from server and network configuration and administration, to scripting, setting up hosting tools, analytics, website design, content management, web application integration, and eCommerce capability setup. A website developer or needs to coordinate with others working on the website, including the designer, SEO consultant, and content writers.
Would you like more information about the Website Development services that we offer? Based in Delray Beach, we offer website design and development along with Internet marketing and an array of other services. Contact Dsquared Media today to learn more!
Examples of website development services include:

  • Website Design
  • Hosted Server Administration
  • eCommerce Solutions
  • Content Management Systems
  • Web Applications
  • Web Analytics
  • Mobile Website and Application Development

Website design is not just about aesthetic improvements. It is important these days for the webpage templates to include a great deal of functionality and scripts for traffic analysis, web applications, social media sharing, search optimization, mobile device access, local search, and so on. The developer has to work with the designer to ensure all this is taken care of. The configuration of the hosting server and its administration is one of the primary duties of the web developer. Most commercial websites selling products and services will need to include a secure shopping cart script or solution that allows the company to accept online orders and payments.
By the same token, customer data has to be safely collected and secured in a database. Additionally, almost every new website now includes a blog and some web applications. Developing and installing these applications and tools is also part of what a website developer does. Development of mobile applications and/or mobile sites is another service that is quite commonly required nowadays.
Are you interested in developing a new website from scratch or improving a current website’s development? Contact Dsquared Media today to learn more about the Website Development services we offer.
Did you know?
Improving usability to boost conversions is a big part of website development.
Enhancing the user experience includes everything from better design to faster hosting, relevant and fresh content, and more functionality.

Related Articles

4 SEO Trends That Aren’t Going to Disappear

4 SEO Trends That Aren’t Going to Disappear

When crafting an internet marketing campaign, it’s sometimes hard to know which SEO trends to follow in order to experience…

Creativity: Your Smartest Business Investment

Creativity: Your Smartest Business Investment

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein Marketing, branding and web design are a lot like crafting a piece…

Mobile-Friendly Web Design & Google's Algorithm Update

Mobile-Friendly Web Design & Google's Algorithm Update

Today, April 21st, Google updated its algorithm to reward sites that incorporated mobile-friendly web design. The algorithm update, first announced…