What does it take to be a great Web Developer?
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January 4th, 2011
Certainly there is a suite of technical skills covering HTML. CSS and JavaScript plus perhaps MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server and some Web capable scripting languages (PHP, Perl, ASP, etc.) for server-side scripting. A development environment is handy for speed of coding.
There is also understanding of the necessary communication protocols and domain name service. There is server software mastery. Then there is graphic art, marketing, search engine optimization, and the human side of the equation. I’ve seen technically brilliant developers push out user interfaces that are nothing but infuriating to end users, and craft stores that wouldn’t be able to sell get-out-of-jail-free tickets to guys waiting the call on death row.
What all is required to be a stand-alone star as a Web developer? If you have a nominee in mind, can you post a link to some of their work?
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This won’t be a direct answer, but I can promise you that a great web developer must have great listening skills to complement the technical skills. I’ve encountered guys that are too (for lack of a better description) quirky, presumptive, or distracted to simply understand the desired requirements.
@cockswain Thanks. The technical stuff is easier to master. It just requires a bit of study, not self discipline and sanity. :-)
definitely understanding what the client wants and translating it into a work of art – there is nothing more rewarding than hearing your client tell you “My god you understood me perfectly!” :) and not judging people on their choice of design! everyone has different tastes trust me.The web is a great place and there is ALWAYS something to learn which is what makes it so exciting! especially if you are on the development\design team ;)
One aspect that is often neglected is the ability to write good copy. I work as a web developer and I don’t know any one person who excels at marketing, programming, server administration, design, writing, and the myriad of other skills that go into a great website.
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