Web Development Study Cards

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HTML

Hypertext Markup Language, the standard markup language for creating web pages and web applications.

CSS

Cascading Style Sheets, a stylesheet language used for describing the look and formatting of a document written in HTML.

JavaScript

A high-level, interpreted programming language that enables interactive web pages and web applications.

Responsive Web Design

An approach to web design that makes web pages render well on a variety of devices and window or screen sizes.

Front-end Frameworks

Pre-written JavaScript, HTML, and CSS code that helps developers build user interfaces and web applications more efficiently.

Back-end Development

The server-side of web development that focuses on the logic, database interactions, and performance of a web application.

Database Management

The process of organizing, storing, and retrieving data efficiently in a database system.

API Integration

The process of connecting and using external APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to enhance the functionality of a web application.

Version Control

The management of changes to documents, code, or any collection of information, ensuring that previous versions can be restored if needed.

Web Security

The practice of protecting websites and web applications from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.

Testing and Debugging

The process of identifying and fixing errors, bugs, and issues in web applications to ensure they function correctly and meet requirements.

Performance Optimization

The process of improving the speed, efficiency, and overall performance of a web application to provide a better user experience.

Web Accessibility

The inclusive practice of ensuring that websites and web applications are usable by people with disabilities.

Search Engine Optimization

The process of improving a website's visibility and ranking in search engine results to drive organic (non-paid) traffic.

Web Hosting

The service of providing storage space and access for websites and web applications on servers connected to the internet.

Front-end Development

The client-side of web development that focuses on the user interface and user experience of a web application.

Responsive Images

Images that automatically adjust their size, resolution, and presentation based on the device and screen size.

Content Management System

A software application that allows users to create, manage, and modify digital content on a website without requiring technical knowledge.

User Experience (UX)

The overall experience of a user when interacting with a website or web application, including usability, accessibility, and satisfaction.

User Interface (UI)

The visual elements and interactive components of a website or web application that users interact with.

Responsive Design

A design approach that ensures a website or web application adapts and responds to the user's device and screen size.

Cross-browser Compatibility

The ability of a website or web application to function and display consistently across different web browsers.

Mobile-first Design

A design strategy that prioritizes the mobile experience and ensures a website or web application is optimized for mobile devices.

Progressive Web Apps

Web applications that provide an app-like experience with features such as offline access, push notifications, and device hardware access.

Single-page Applications

Web applications that dynamically update the current page instead of loading entire new pages from the server.

Server-side Rendering

The process of generating HTML on the server and sending it to the client, improving initial page load time and SEO.

Client-side Rendering

The process of generating HTML on the client's device using JavaScript, allowing for dynamic updates and interactivity.

Front-end Build Tools

Software tools that automate repetitive tasks in front-end development, such as compiling, optimizing, and bundling code.

Back-end Frameworks

Pre-written code and libraries that provide a foundation for building server-side applications and APIs.

Database Systems

Software systems that manage the storage, organization, and retrieval of data in a structured format.

SQL

Structured Query Language, a programming language used for managing and manipulating relational databases.

NoSQL

A category of database systems that do not use the traditional SQL relational model, offering flexibility and scalability.

RESTful APIs

Application Programming Interfaces that adhere to the principles of Representational State Transfer (REST) for web services.

Authentication and Authorization

The process of verifying the identity of users and granting them access to specific resources or functionalities.

Encryption

The process of encoding information to make it unreadable without the proper decryption key, ensuring data security.

Unit Testing

The practice of testing individual units or components of a web application to ensure they function correctly in isolation.

Integration Testing

The practice of testing the interaction between different components or modules of a web application to ensure they work together correctly.

Performance Testing

The practice of testing the speed, responsiveness, and stability of a web application under various load and stress conditions.

Debugging

The process of identifying and fixing errors, bugs, and issues in code to ensure a web application functions as intended.

Code Review

The systematic examination of code by other developers to identify and fix issues, improve quality, and ensure best practices.

Code Refactoring

The process of restructuring existing code to improve its readability, maintainability, and performance without changing its external behavior.

Code Documentation

The practice of writing comments, annotations, and guides to explain the purpose, functionality, and usage of code.

Code Versioning

The management of different versions of code, allowing developers to track changes, collaborate, and revert to previous versions if needed.

Web Application Security

The practice of protecting web applications from security threats, such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and malicious attacks.

Cross-site Scripting (XSS)

A security vulnerability where attackers inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, compromising their data and privacy.

Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF)

A security vulnerability where attackers trick users into performing unwanted actions on a website without their knowledge or consent.

SQL Injection

A security vulnerability where attackers insert malicious SQL statements into input fields to manipulate or access a database.

Secure Socket Layer (SSL)

A cryptographic protocol that provides secure communication over the internet, encrypting data transmitted between a server and a client.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

The practice of improving a website's visibility and ranking in search engine results to drive organic (non-paid) traffic.

Keyword Research

The process of identifying and analyzing the keywords and phrases that users search for, to optimize website content and improve search engine rankings.

On-page Optimization

The practice of optimizing individual web pages to improve their visibility and relevance in search engine results.

Off-page Optimization

The practice of improving a website's reputation and authority through external factors, such as backlinks and social media mentions.

Shared Hosting

A web hosting service where multiple websites share resources on a single server, making it cost-effective but potentially less scalable.

Virtual Private Server (VPS) Hosting

A web hosting service where a physical server is divided into multiple virtual servers, providing more control and scalability than shared hosting.

Dedicated Hosting

A web hosting service where a single server is dedicated to a single website or application, offering maximum performance and control.

Cloud Hosting

A web hosting service that utilizes multiple servers to distribute resources and ensure high availability and scalability.

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

A network of servers distributed geographically to deliver web content more efficiently, reducing latency and improving performance.

Domain Name System (DNS)

A hierarchical decentralized naming system that translates domain names (e.g., example.com) into IP addresses, enabling users to access websites.

Server-side Caching

The process of storing frequently accessed data in memory on the server to reduce the time and resources required to generate web pages.

Website Analytics

The measurement, collection, analysis, and reporting of website data to understand and optimize its usage and performance.

Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)

The practice of increasing the percentage of website visitors who take a desired action, such as making a purchase or filling out a form.

User Experience (UX) Design

The process of enhancing user satisfaction by improving the usability, accessibility, and pleasure provided in the interaction with a website or web application.

User Interface (UI) Design

The process of designing the visual elements and interactive components of a website or web application that users interact with.

Wireframing

The process of creating a basic visual representation (usually in black and white) of a website or web application's layout and structure.

Prototyping

The process of creating an interactive, clickable model of a website or web application to test and validate its design and functionality.

Usability Testing

The practice of evaluating a website or web application by testing it with representative users to identify usability issues and gather feedback.

Accessibility Testing

The practice of evaluating a website or web application to ensure it can be used by people with disabilities, following accessibility guidelines and standards.

Color Theory

The study of how colors interact, complement, and contrast with each other, and how they can be used effectively in design.

Typography

The art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and visually appealing.

Grid Systems

A framework of horizontal and vertical lines used to structure and align content in a consistent and visually pleasing way.