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Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.

Career Cluster:Digital Technology
Job Family:Computer and Mathematical
Job Zone:Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
STEM:Research, Development, Design, and Practitioners
Industry:Information
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Technology Tools

Apache HadoopFacebookAdobe PhotoshopIBM SPSS StatisticsSplunk EnterpriseOracle DatabaseApache CassandraNode.jsBootstrapMarketo Marketing AutomationCisco WebexAmazon Elastic Compute Cloud EC2SlackGraphQLGoogle AnalyticsJavaScriptJenkins CIMySQLPuppetApache MavenApache TomcatSpring BootLinuxUNIX ShellHibernate ORMRubyAtlassian JIRAApache KafkaMicrosoft PowerShellMicrosoft SQL ServerDockerApache Subversion SVNUNIXExtensible markup language XMLjQueryCascading style sheets CSSTypeScriptMicrosoft ExcelGoogle AngularMicrosoft ProjectHypertext markup language HTMLAdobe InDesignAmazon Web Services AWS CloudFormationScalaElasticsearchPerlStructured query language SQLAmazon Web Services AWS softwareGoogle DocsGitAdobe Creative Cloud softwareSeleniumMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ASP.NETMicrosoft .NET FrameworkESRI ArcGIS softwareApache SparkDjangoHubSpot softwareJUnitMicrosoft Azure softwareReactMicrosoft Active Server Pages ASPTransact-SQLRed Hat Enterprise LinuxAmazon RedshiftWordPressPHPNoSQLJavaScript Object Notation JSONMicrosoft Windows ServerBashVue.jsSAP softwareAtlassian BitbucketAmazon DynamoDBAdobe IllustratorRGoogle AndroidShell scriptMicrosoft SQL Server Integration Services SSISSpring FrameworkPythonAnsible softwareC++Oracle Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition J2EEMicrosoft Visual BasicTableauGoRed Hat OpenShiftKubernetesSalesforce softwareAJAXFigmaMongoDBSwiftAtlassian ConfluenceMicrosoft VisioPostgreSQLAdobe After EffectsMicrosoft Visual Basic for Applications VBAMicrosoft SQL Server Reporting Services SSRSCMicrosoft SharePointEclipse IDERedisC#Apache HiveMicrosoft WindowsEpic SystemsMicrosoft Visual StudioGitHubOracle JavaApple macOSMicrosoft Office softwareChef

Key Tasks

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Monitor security system performance logs to identify problems and notify security specialists when problems occur.
  • Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.
  • Renew domain name registrations.
  • 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.
  • Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results.
  • Establish appropriate server directory trees.
  • Recommend and implement performance improvements.
  • Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Design and implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls and message encryption.
  • Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, and legal issues including accessibility and privacy.

Skills

Programming
78%
Critical Thinking
69%
Reading Comprehension
66%
Operations Analysis
66%
Complex Problem Solving
66%
Active Learning
63%
Active Listening
63%
Judgment and Decision Making
60%
Speaking
56%
Systems Analysis
53%
Writing
53%
Coordination
50%
Time Management
50%
Systems Evaluation
50%
Monitoring
50%
Persuasion
47%
Social Perceptiveness
47%
Service Orientation
47%
Learning Strategies
47%
Instructing
44%
Mathematics
44%
Negotiation
44%
Quality Control Analysis
44%
Technology Design
38%
Management of Personnel Resources
35%
Operations Monitoring
31%
Troubleshooting
28%
Science
25%
Equipment Selection
25%
Management of Material Resources
19%
Management of Financial Resources
19%
Operation and Control
16%
Installation
6%
Repairing
0%
Equipment Maintenance
0%

Knowledge

Computers and Electronics
85%
English Language
64%
Mathematics
59%
Communications and Media
55%
Design
49%
Customer and Personal Service
49%
Engineering and Technology
40%
Telecommunications
37%
Administrative
35%
Administration and Management
35%
Education and Training
31%
Sales and Marketing
31%
Fine Arts
26%
Public Safety and Security
24%
Psychology
23%
Law and Government
20%
Sociology and Anthropology
19%
Economics and Accounting
19%
Production and Processing
19%
Philosophy and Theology
15%
Personnel and Human Resources
14%
Geography
11%
Foreign Language
8%
Physics
7%
History and Archeology
4%
Transportation
3%
Mechanical
2%
Biology
2%
Therapy and Counseling
2%
Food Production
1%
Medicine and Dentistry
1%
Building and Construction
0%
Chemistry
0%

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Abilities

Deductive Reasoning
72%
Oral Comprehension
69%
Problem Sensitivity
66%
Near Vision
66%
Written Comprehension
66%
Inductive Reasoning
63%
Information Ordering
63%
Speech Clarity
60%
Speech Recognition
60%
Oral Expression
56%
Category Flexibility
56%
Fluency of Ideas
56%
Visualization
53%
Mathematical Reasoning
53%
Flexibility of Closure
53%
Written Expression
53%
Selective Attention
53%
Originality
53%
Perceptual Speed
50%
Speed of Closure
47%
Finger Dexterity
44%
Number Facility
44%
Visual Color Discrimination
41%
Memorization
38%
Far Vision
35%
Wrist-Finger Speed
25%
Arm-Hand Steadiness
25%
Manual Dexterity
25%
Auditory Attention
22%
Time Sharing
22%
Control Precision
22%
Trunk Strength
22%
Hearing Sensitivity
19%
Depth Perception
19%
Dynamic Strength
6%
Response Orientation
3%
Sound Localization
0%
Reaction Time
0%
Extent Flexibility
0%
Night Vision
0%
Stamina
0%
Static Strength
0%
Explosive Strength
0%
Peripheral Vision
0%
Multilimb Coordination
0%
Spatial Orientation
0%
Speed of Limb Movement
0%
Glare Sensitivity
0%
Gross Body Equilibrium
0%
Rate Control
0%
Dynamic Flexibility
0%
Gross Body Coordination
0%

Work Activities

Working with Computers
97%
Getting Information
87%
Thinking Creatively
85%
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
82%
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
81%
Processing Information
78%
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
73%
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
72%
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
67%
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
64%
Analyzing Data or Information
64%
Scheduling Work and Activities
62%
Documenting/Recording Information
62%
Developing Objectives and Strategies
58%
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
58%
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
58%
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
58%
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
57%
Developing and Building Teams
56%
Communicating with People Outside the Organization
51%
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
51%
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
49%
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
47%
Training and Teaching Others
46%
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
45%
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
42%
Performing Administrative Activities
40%
Coaching and Developing Others
38%
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
37%
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
36%
Selling or Influencing Others
32%
Controlling Machines and Processes
25%
Staffing Organizational Units
25%
Assisting and Caring for Others
23%
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
20%
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
17%
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
15%
Performing General Physical Activities
11%
Handling and Moving Objects
6%
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
5%
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
2%

Work Context

E-Mail

How frequently does your job require you to use E-mail?

95%

Spend Time Sitting

How much does this job require sitting?

95%

Freedom to Make Decisions

How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?

86%

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working indoors in an environmentally controlled environment (like a warehouse with air conditioning)?

85%

Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

How frequently does your job require face-to-face discussions with individuals and within teams?

83%

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?

81%

Duration of Typical Work Week

Number of hours typically worked in one week.

79%

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

How important are continuous, repetitive, physical activities (like key entry) or mental activities (like checking entries in a ledger) to performing this job?

79%

Telephone Conversations

How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?

79%

Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

How much freedom does the worker have in determining the tasks, priorities, or goals of the job?

77%

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

How much does this job require making repetitive motions?

76%

Time Pressure

How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?

75%

Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team

How important is it to work with or contribute to a work group or team in this job?

75%

Contact With Others

How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?

72%

Level of Competition

To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?

71%

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?

63%

Frequency of Decision Making

How often is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?

56%

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?

55%

Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?

53%

Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities

How important is it to coordinate or lead others (not as a supervisor or team leader) in accomplishing work activities in this job?

51%

Conflict Situations

How frequently are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?

47%

Consequence of Error

How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not easily correctable?

47%

Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable

How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?

44%

Physical Proximity

To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks physically close to other people?

44%

Written Letters and Memos

How frequently does your job require written letters and memos?

39%

Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People

How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?

38%

Deal With External Customers or the Public in General

How important is it to deal with external customers (as in retail sales) or the public in general (as in police work) in this job?

37%

Degree of Automation

How automated is the job?

25%

Public Speaking

How frequently does your job require public speaking (one speaker with an audience)?

24%

Health and Safety of Other Workers

How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?

21%

Spend Time Standing

How much does this job require standing?

17%

Work Schedules

How regular are the work schedules for this job?

13%

Spend Time Walking or Running

How much does this job require walking or running?

12%

Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions

How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?

5%

Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People

How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?

4%

Exposed to Contaminants

How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?

4%

Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?

4%

Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body

How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?

4%

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?

4%

Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?

2%

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working in an environment that is not environmentally controlled (like a warehouse without air conditioning)?

2%

Outdoors, Under Cover

How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (like in an open shed)?

2%

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?

2%

Exposed to Disease or Infections

How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?

1%

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?

1%

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?

1%

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment

How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or operate enclosed equipment (like a car)?

1%

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?

1%

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)

1%

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc.?

1%

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

How often does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats or life-jackets?

1%

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

How often does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?

1%

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?

0%

Exposed to High Places

How often does this job require exposure to high places?

0%

Exposed to Radiation

How often does this job require exposure to radiation?

0%

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (like operating a jackhammer or earth moving equipment)?

0%

In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment

How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or operating equipment (like a tractor)?

0%

Education

Bachelor's degree

46%

Post-secondary certificate

17%

Associate's degree

17%

Interests

Conventional

Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or hum

68

Investigative

Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the f

68

Artistic

Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts,

35

Realistic

Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, t

33

Enterprising

Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertis

32

Social

Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

21

Work Styles

Attention to Detail
86%
Innovation
77%
Dependability
73%
Intellectual Curiosity
69%
Adaptability
68%
Achievement Orientation
66%
Perseverance
55%
Initiative
54%
Cautiousness
52%
Integrity
51%
Tolerance for Ambiguity
47%
Self-Confidence
39%
Stress Tolerance
36%
Cooperation
28%
Self-Control
21%
Social Orientation
17%
Sincerity
8%
Humility
7%
Optimism
7%
Empathy
6%

Work Values

Independence
78%
Working Conditions
72%
Achievement
67%
Recognition
67%
Support
56%
Relationships
50%

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