Web Development

Domain:

A domain is the address where users can find your website on the internet. It’s a unique name that identifies your site, like "example.com." When someone types your domain name into a browser, it directs them to your website.

Hosting:

Hosting refers to the service that stores your website's files and makes them accessible on the internet. When you purchase hosting, you're renting space on a server where your website's files, including text, images, and videos, are stored. The hosting provider ensures that your website is available online and can handle traffic from visitors.

In simple terms:

  • Domain = Your website’s address.
  • Hosting = The space where your website’s files are stored and accessed.

Wireframe:

A wire frame is a simple, graphic blueprint that depicts the essential elements for a website or application. It’s like a blueprint used in construction but for digital products. Wireframes focus on structure and layout rather than detailed design, providing a clear outline of elements such as:

  • Navigation menus
  • Buttons
  • Content areas
  • Image placements
  • Headers and footers

Wireframes are usually drawn in grayscale with simple lines and shapes to avoid distractions from design elements like colors and typography. They help teams and clients understand the placement and interaction of elements on a page before moving on to more detailed design and development stages.

Types Of Website

Business Websites:

  • Corporate: Represents a company, providing information about its services, products, and corporate identity.
  • E-commerce: Allows businesses to sell products or services online, with features like shopping carts, payment gateways, and product catalogs.
  • Service-Based: Focuses on promoting and offering a specific service, such as consulting, legal advice, or home repairs.

Personal Websites:

  • Blog: A informal conversational website or website that gets revised on a regular basis and is usually managed by one individual or small group.
  • A portfolio: Is a collection of an individual's work, typically from creative fields such as writing, photography, or design.

Educational Websites:

  • Online Learning (eLearning): Provides courses, tutorials, and other educational content, often with interactive features like quizzes and assignments.
  • Institutional: Represents schools, universities, or educational organizations, offering information about courses, admissions, and events.

Entertainment Websites:

  • Media/News: Provides news, articles, videos, and other forms of media content.
  • Streaming: Hosts video or audio content, like movies, music, or podcasts, which users can stream online.

Community Websites:

  • Social Media: Platforms where users can create profiles, share content, and interact with others, like Facebook or Instagram.
  • Forums: Online communities where users can discuss topics, ask questions, and share information.

Government Websites:

  • Informational: Provides citizens with information about government services, policies, and procedures.
  • Public Service: Offers online services to the public, such as applying for licenses, paying taxes, or accessing public records.

Portfolio/Resume Websites:

  • Professional: Used by individuals to showcase their skills, work experience, and achievements to potential employers or clients.

Landing Pages:

  • Single-Purpose: Designed to capture leads or promote a specific product, event, or campaign, often with a call to action.