Web Developers

Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.

Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.

Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.

Write, design, or edit Web page content, or direct others producing content.

Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.

Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.

Identify problems uncovered by testing or customer feedback, and correct problems or refer problems to appropriate personnel for correction.

Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.

Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.

Perform or direct Web site updates.

Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.

Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.

Design and implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption.

Monitor security system performance logs to identify problems and notify security specialists when problems occur.

Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, or legal issues including accessibility and privacy.

Renew domain name registrations.

Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.

Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.

Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites.

Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites.

Develop Web site maps, application models, image templates, or page templates that meet project goals, user needs, or industry standards.

Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results.

Develop and document style guidelines for Web site content.

Identify or maintain links to and from other Web sites and check links to ensure proper functioning.

Establish appropriate server directory trees.

Develop or validate test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types.

Recommend and implement performance improvements.

Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.

Register Web sites with search engines to increase Web site traffic.

Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.

Create Web models or prototypes that include physical, interface, logical, or data models.

Provide clear, detailed descriptions of Web site specifications, such as product features, activities, software, communication protocols, programming languages, and operating systems software and hardware.

Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.

Create searchable indices for Web page content.

Install and configure hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) servers and associated operating systems.

Research, document, rate, or select alternatives for Web architecture or technologies.

Develop system interaction or sequence diagrams.