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Introduction to Web

Development
Explore the fundamentals of web development, from the basic
building blocks of the web to the latest technologies and trends.
This presentation will equip you with a solid understanding of
the web ecosystem and the exciting career opportunities it
holds.
What is a Web Application?
Definition Key Features Examples

A web application is a software Web applications are dynamic, Popular examples of web
program that runs on a web scalable, and accessible from applications include social media
server and is accessed through a any device with an internet platforms, online shopping
web browser. It allows users to connection. They often leverage portals, web-based email clients,
interact with data and perform database integration and server- and cloud-based productivity
various tasks online. side processing to provide a rich suites.
user experience.
HTTP Basics
1 Request
The client (typically a web browser) sends an HTTP
request to the server, specifying the resource it
wants to access.

2 Response
The server processes the request and sends back an
HTTP response, which includes the requested
resource or an error message.

3 Stateless
HTTP is a stateless protocol, meaning each request is
independent and the server does not retain any
information about previous interactions.
Types of HTTP Requests
GET POST PUT DELETE

Retrieves a resource Sends data to the Replaces an existing Removes a resource


from the server, such server, such as a form resource on the server from the server.
as a web page or an submission or a file with new data.
image. upload.
Server Side Programming
1 Core Functionality 2 Popular Languages
Server-side programming Common server-side
handles the logic and programming languages
processing behind web include PHP, Python, Java,
applications, such as Ruby, and Node.js.
database interactions,
business rules, and API
integrations.
Web Frameworks Security Considerations
3 4
Frameworks like Laravel, Server-side code must be
Django, Spring, and carefully designed to
Express simplify server-side handle user input, protect
development by providing against vulnerabilities, and
a structured approach and ensure the security and
pre-built features. integrity of the application.
Client Side Programming
HTML CSS
Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) is the standard Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) are used to control the
language used to structure and present the content of visual appearance and layout of web pages.
web pages.

JavaScript Frameworks and Libraries


JavaScript is the programming language that adds Client-side frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue.js
interactivity, dynamic behavior, and enhanced user simplify and accelerate the development of complex user
experiences to web applications. interfaces.
Web Application Layers
Presentation Layer Business Logic Layer Data Access Layer

The front-end user interface, The server-side code that The components responsible for
including the HTML, CSS, and implements the application's interacting with the database or
JavaScript that determine the core functionality, such as other data sources, handling
look, feel, and interactivity of the processing user inputs, data storage, retrieval, and
application. managing data, and enforcing manipulation.
business rules.
The Importance of Web
Development

Global Reach Responsive Design


Web applications can be accessed Modern web development focuses
from anywhere in the world, on creating responsive, mobile-
making them a powerful tool for friendly experiences that adapt to
global communication and various devices and screen sizes.
collaboration.

Data-driven Experiences Cloud Computing


Web applications can leverage The rise of cloud computing has
data and analytics to provide made web-based applications
personalized, data-driven more scalable, flexible, and cost-
experiences for users. effective to develop and deploy.
Career Opportunities in
Web Development
Front-end Developer
Responsible for designing and implementing the user
interface and user experience of web applications.

Back-end Developer
Focuses on the server-side logic, database
integration, and API development for web
applications.

Full-stack Developer
Proficient in both front-end and back-end
technologies, capable of building complete web
applications.
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
1 Web Development 2 Diverse Career Paths
Fundamentals
The web development field
Understanding the basic offers a wide range of
concepts and technologies specializations and career
that power the web is opportunities, from front-
essential for any aspiring end to back-end and full-
web developer. stack roles.

3 Continuous Learning 4 Exciting Future


The web development As the digital world
landscape is constantly continues to expand, the
evolving, so it's important demand for skilled web
to stay up-to-date with the developers will only
latest trends, frameworks, increase, making it an
and best practices. exciting and rewarding field
to pursue.

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