Web Developers and Digital Designers

Web Developers and Digital Designers typically perform the following tasks: • Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites. • Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media. • Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems. • Select programming languages, design tools, or applications. • Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems. • Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites. • Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision. • Perform or direct Web site updates. • Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups. • Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements. • Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses. • Renew domain name registrations. • Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions. • Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites. • Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites. • Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results. • Establish appropriate server directory trees. • Recommend and implement performance improvements. • Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types. • Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.