Introduction to Web Development Concepts
Ms.Nosheen Iqbal
Definition of web
development
Web Development refers to the process of
building and maintaining websites and Introduction to
web applications. It involves a variety of
tasks and technologies that ensure a Web
website is functional, user-friendly, and
capable of performing its intended tasks. Development
Web development encompasses both the
creation of the website’s front end (what
users see and interact with) and the back
end (the server-side processes that
handle data and application logic).
Understanding the basics of web development
is crucial for several reasons:
Foundation for Advanced Learning: Knowing
the fundamental concepts and technologies
(HTML, CSS, JavaScript) provides a solid base
for learning more advanced web development Importance of
topics, such as frameworks, databases, and
server-side programming. Understanding
Improved Problem-Solving Skills: Familiarity Web
with web development principles helps in
diagnosing and solving issues related to Development
website performance, functionality, and user
experience. Basics
Enhanced Communication: For professionals in
related fields (e.g., designers, project
managers), understanding web development
basics facilitates better communication and
collaboration with developers.
Client-Side Components:
Definition: Client-side components
refer to the elements of a web
application that run on the user's
browser. They are responsible for
presenting information and handling Overview of Client-
user interactions.
Technologies:
Side and Server-
HTML (HyperText Markup Language): Structures Side Components
the content on the web page.
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets): Styles the HTML
content, including layout, colors, and fonts.
JavaScript: Adds interactivity and dynamic
features to web pages (e.g., animations, form
validations, AJAX calls).
Responsibilities:
Rendering the web page content.
Handling user input and interactions.
Performing client-side validation and
manipulation.
Server-Side Components:
Definition: Server-side components are
the elements of a web application that
run on the web server. They handle the
business logic, data processing, and
interactions with databases.
Technologies:
Server-Side Languages: Python, PHP, Ruby, Java,
Node.js.
Frameworks: Django (Python), Express.js (Node.js),
Cont.
Ruby on Rails (Ruby).
Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
Responsibilities:
Processing and responding to client requests.
Interacting with databases to retrieve or store data.
Handling business logic and server-side functionality
(e.g., authentication, data processing).
Ease of Learning: Simple and
readable syntax
Versatility: Can be used for
scripting, automation, data
analysis, and web Why Use Python for
development Web Development?
Powerful Frameworks:
Django, Flask, FastAPI
Community Support:
Extensive libraries and
documentation
Definition: Web programming
involves creating and
maintaining websites and web
applications. What is Web
Components: Programming?
Client-Side: What users interact with
(HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Server-Side: Processes requests,
handles data (Python, PHP, Node.js)
Installing Python:
Download from python.org
Setting Up a Virtual Environment:
Using venv or virtualenv
Choosing an IDE:
PyCharm, VSCode, Sublime Text
Installing Necessary Libraries:
Using pip (e.g., pip install Flask Django)
Comments: Use # for single-
line comments
Variables: No need for Basic Python
explicit type declaration (e.g.,
Syntax
x = 10)
Data Types: int, float, str,
bool
Conditional Statements: if, elif, else
Loops: for and while
Control Flow: break, continue
Defining Functions: Use def keyword
Parameters and Return Values:
Functions can accept parameters and
return results
Scope of Variables: Local vs. global
variables
