Web development is the process of creating and maintaining websites and web applications. It encompasses various aspects, including:

1. Front-end Development – This focuses on the visual and interactive parts of a website. It involves:
   • HTML (HyperText Markup Language) – The structure of web pages.
   • CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) – The styling and layout of web pages.
   • JavaScript – Adds interactivity and dynamic behavior to web pages.
2. Back-end Development – This handles the server-side logic and database interactions. It involves:
   • Server-side languages like Python, PHP, Node.js, or Ruby.
   • Databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL.
   • APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to communicate between front-end and back-end.
3. Full-stack Development – A combination of front-end and back-end skills, where developers handle both aspects.
4. Web Frameworks & Libraries – Tools that simplify development, like React.js, Angular, Vue.js (front-end) or Express.js, Django, and Laravel (back-end).
5. Deployment & Hosting – Websites need to be hosted on servers, with services like AWS, Firebase, or traditional web hosts.
6. Security & Performance Optimization – Ensuring data protection, fast load times, and responsive design for different devices