Guide to web application development
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This document serves as a comprehensive guide to web application development in 2021, detailing what web applications are, different types, and advantages over mobile apps. It outlines the development process, technology stacks, current trends, and cost considerations in creating web applications. Additionally, it highlights the importance of user experience, browser compatibility, and optimization for better search engine rankings.
Guide to web application development
- 1. Guide to Web Application Development AN EXTENSIVE GUIDE FOR 2021
- 2. Agenda What is a Web Application? What is Web Application Development? Web Apps vs Mobile Apps Types of Web Applications Technology Stacks for Web Application Development Benefits of Web Application Development Web Application Development Process Web Application Development Validation & Deployment Web Application Development Trends The Cost of Developing a Web Application FAQs About Web Application Development Develop Your Web Application with Fingent
- 3. What is a Web Application? A web application is nothing but a computer program that uses a web browser to perform a specific function. Contact forms, for example, are web apps present on many websites. As a web application is a client-server program, it has a client-side and a server-side. Here, the client refers to the program the individual uses to run the application. It is a part of the client-server environment where many computers share data. A typical example of a web application is the database. Here, the user enters data through the client-side (front-end), while the server-side (back-end) of the application stores and processes the information.
- 4. Web Apps vs. Mobile Apps Mobile apps are made exclusively for mobile gadgets and are suitable for Android, iOS, and Cross-platform operating systems. Usually, mobile apps are mobile-first, meaning they work effectively on smartphones, tablets, or other handheld mobile devices. Most mobile apps work offline too. Examples include Google Maps, Amazon Kindle, Uber, etc. On the other hand, web apps function only when you have internet connectivity. A web app functions in real-time in a web browser with CPU resources. As long as you have adequate internal storage, you can download a mobile app from an app store or play store.
- 5. Types of Web Applications Client-side refers to everything the user sees at the end-user side, such as text, images, videos, forms, and the other UI. Client- side web applications are written using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and they work in a web browser. CLIENT-SIDE WEB APPLICATION These are web apps that can be coded in several programming languages such as Python, C+, Ruby, PHP, etc. If you develop an app with just the server-side, then the outcome of any changes in the form submission, sections, and data updates will create a new HTML file and cause the web page to reload. SERVER-SIDE WEB APPLICATION Single-page applications are designed to work in a browser and do not require reloading while in use. Most of our daily apps, such as Facebook, Twitter, Google Drive, Gmail, etc., are single-page apps. Single-page web applications offer an unmatched user experience as the user doesn’t have to wait for page reloads. SINGLE-PAGE WEB APPLICATION
- 6. Web Application Development Technology Stacks Due to its simplicity and multifunctionality, MySQL is one of the most preferred databases utilized for web application development. DATABASE TECHNOLOGIES To develop the client-side of an app that the users interact with, you can choose highly efficient front-end JavaScript frameworks. FRONT-END TECHNOLOGIES Frameworks such as Go, Ruby, Java, Django & Python are some of the most powerful back-end development technologies. BACKEND TECHNOLOGY
- 7. Benefits Web application development is faster and more economical than building native apps. SPEED AND COST Web applications can be programmed to run on any operating system. Due to their cross-platform capabilities, web applications can adapt well to Android, iOS, Mac OS, and Windows phones. CROSS-PLATFORM CAPABILITIES A web application runs on the device’s browser using an accessible URL. Modern web applications are compatible with all browsers, such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Bing. BROWSER COMPATIBILITY
- 8. Development Process The first step is to define the problem you want to solve with a web application and collect all the relevant information needed for app development. CONCEPTUALIZE The designing phase involves creating a wireframe for communicating the solution to target users. Then, the developers can consider designing elements that will provide an enjoyable user experience to the target audience. DESIGN AND BUILD Whether it is an automated or manual web application, testing for the web application is an ongoing process throughout the software development lifecycle. TEST AND IMPLEMENT You must buy a domain and choose a hosting provider to create a server location for the app. We help you choose shared hosting, dedicated hosting, or cloud hosting based on your requirements. HOSTING AND MAINTENANCE
- 9. Of late, chatbots are gaining popularity, as many companies are incorporating these virtual assistants on their web application tools. A prime example, Google Assistant, is a popular chatbot that we all know. Chatbots are enabling companies to deliver more personalized content to the users and engage them better. Chatbots WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT TRENDS Internet of Things (IoT) is another exciting web app trend you can’t afford to ignore. Digital transformation has increased the number of connected devices all over the world. IoT To get a high SERP ranking and get to the top of your industry inquiries, you will have to optimize your web application for mobile and web platforms. Search engine optimization is crucial to bring potential leads to your application and boost your brand awareness. Optimization
- 10. The Cost Item 1 Item 2 Item 3 Item 4 Item 5 40 30 20 10 0 The cost of a complicated and custom web application development process would again differ from pre-defined, packaged, and general-purpose applications.
- 11. Read the entire blog here: Web Application Development: A Detailed Guide for 2021
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