Are you planning a very special website or do you want to create your own app? Then you should definitely refrain from your own experiments and get a professional on your side. The web developer is your number one contact person.

Web developers have always been needed and are currently needed more than ever. This is mainly due to the fact that a large part of our lives takes place digitally – privately as well as professionally.

No matter what website, software, application, app, or platform you use – each one exists only through the expert creation, programming, and maintenance of a developer. Hardly anything in the digital world can do without his skills.

So if you have a project in the wings, perhaps building an app, or the company’s own website, and need a capable web developer, it’s good to have at least some idea of what you need and what to look for.

That’s what our article will be about this time.

 

What can a web developer do and why do I need one?

Now you might be wondering what exactly the difference between a web developer and a webdesigner?

This question is essential, because there is a serious difference between these two web professionals. Even if some people claim that the two professions have now merged into one, we don’t want to confirm this as a general statement.

It is true that many web professionals now work in both areas, but they are still the experts in their respective fields – or, of course, the experts. To put it very simply in one sentence:

“The web designer creates the shell, or body if you will, – and the web developer breathes life into that shell.”

 

The digital toolbox of a web developer

The specialist areas and skills of a developer are so comprehensive that we would overwhelm you with them – and us too. That’s why we’d rather reduce ourselves to a few areas that are probably the most relevant for you and your project or are requested in almost every job posting for web developers, programmers and freelancers in the field.

 

Front-End

Simply put, frontend means the user interface, i.e. what you see and operate on the screen as a user of a website or app. The web designer usually takes care of the look and structure, while the developer makes the user interface functional by programming it – so the two work together as one unit here. Often you can even hire one person to do the front-end & design because the differences here are so small.

HTML, JavaScript and CSS are the most used computer languages for the frontend. Not to be underestimated is the high quality of the mobile view (mobile phone/tablet), which is now given a higher priority than the web view on a laptop.

 

Back-End

While the frontend is more or less the stage of a theater, i.e. the visible part, the backend is everything that goes on behind the scenes and is indispensable for a decent performance. The backend is where the developer makes sure that the communication between the frontend, server and database runs smoothly. For example, when you fill out and submit a contact form on a page, the backend (in combination with the frontend) makes sure that this process runs smoothly.

Common programming languages of the back-end include Java, Python, PHP, Ruby, C and .Net.

 

Full-Stack

FullStack developers offer you a combination of both areas. Well noticeable by the little word “Full” – like Full Service. If you want to build a website from scratch, it might make sense to look for a full-stack developer directly.

 

What should I look for when hiring a web developer?

As with any service you use, you certainly expect a high level of quality and reliability.

→ When searching, make sure that the developer speaks the (programming) languages that are relevant to your project. Some even have valuable specializations that are ideal for your project.

→ Explain to your web developer exactly what you need and how you envision the whole thing. The more input you can provide, the better the programmer can advise you.

→ Which brings us to the next point. Pay attention to the advice. The developer should answer all your questions patiently.

→ Involve your developer in the design process as well. This way, he can already tell you exactly what is possible and which wishes might be difficult. Designers and developers usually work closely together – so it makes sense to commission both at relatively the same time.

→ Look for at least three potential developers and get transparent offers. By transparency, we mean that the developer really lists all costs incurred – including any licenses and the like.

→ Also keep in mind that there should always be feedback loops during the implementation, in which the developer updates you and you have the opportunity to express wishes and changes.

→ Also not to be forgotten: After implementation, your project may have come to life, but it needs regular care and attention. Whether your developer also takes care of maintenance and support should definitely be an item on your list.

 

This is where Listando comes in

Listando wants to make your local search for the right web developer as easy as possible. The platform offers you a detailed overview of your searched service providers completely free of charge:

• A price overview and comparison options of all service providers in your area (catchment area customizable).
• A FAQ that each service provider can create for their customers, so that you are informed about as much as possible in advance.
• A detailed description of the services and product photos are of course also available.
• Contact your preferred web developer directly via Listando and make an appointment directly.
• And so that you can see how your selected developer is received by others, there are customer reviews directly on Listando, including an overview of all Google reviews.

 

We wish you success in realizing your project!