Is a Career as a Web Developers Right for You?

Web Developers at a Glance

O*NET-SOC Code

15-1254.00

Holland Code

CIA

Typical Education

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

What Does a Web Developers Do?

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.

• 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.

Salary and Job Outlook

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How to Become a Web Developers

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

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