web development checklist

Design and Planning Section

  • Identify the main purpose and specific goals of the website
  • Define the objectives that the website should achieve
  • Consider the target audience and their needs when setting goals
  • Identify the target audience demographics, behaviors, and preferences
  • Gather feedback and insights through surveys, interviews, and user testing
  • Analyze competitors' websites to understand user expectations and preferences
  • Outline the website's main pages and their hierarchical structure in a sitemap
  • Create wireframes to visualize the layout and content placement of each page
  • Ensure the sitemap and wireframes align with the website's goals and user needs
  • Develop the website's branding elements such as logo, colors, fonts, and imagery
  • Establish the visual style guidelines to maintain consistency throughout the website
  • Consider the target audience and the desired brand image when defining the visual style
  • Organize the website's content into logical categories and subcategories
  • Define the priority and importance of each content section
  • Consider the user's perspective and their expected navigation path
  • Create a structure that organizes and labels the website's content
  • Ensure the information architecture facilitates easy navigation and content discovery
  • Consider usability best practices and the target audience's mental models
  • Define the desired user journey and flow within the website
  • Identify the key actions and interactions users will take
  • Consider different user scenarios and ensure a seamless experience
  • Create visually appealing and intuitive UI elements for the website
  • Consider usability and accessibility standards when designing the UI
  • Ensure consistency in UI elements across different pages and devices
  • Identify the necessary technologies and frameworks for website development
  • Consider factors such as scalability, security, and performance
  • Collaborate with developers to determine the technical feasibility of design elements
  • Define the main navigation menu and its placement on the website
  • Consider the content structure and hierarchy when planning the navigation
  • Ensure the navigation is intuitive, user-friendly, and accessible
  • Choose a reliable web hosting provider that meets the website's requirements
  • Register a domain name that reflects the website's branding and purpose
  • Configure the hosting and domain settings to ensure proper website functionality

Development Section

Content Section

Design Section

Functionality Section

Testing and Deployment Section

Maintenance Section

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