HOW TO GET THERE
Typical pathway
People who become web developers often build skills in coding, web design, and problem-solving through a mix of education and practice. Some start with a college, university, or other post-secondary program in a related field, while others learn through self-study, portfolios, and hands-on projects. Employers may look for experience with common web tools, programming languages, and teamwork. Because web technology changes often, continuing to learn new skills is usually important.
THE WORK
What you may do
- build and update website pages
- write and test code
- fix layout or functionality issues
- help make sites work on different devices
- work with designers and other team members
- check that web content functions properly
- maintain and improve existing websites
A DAY IN THE LIFE
What a day can include
A web developer’s day may include reviewing project needs, writing or adjusting code, and testing pages or features in a browser. They often check for broken links, display issues, or problems with different screen sizes and devices. Time may also be spent meeting with designers, content creators, or other developers to talk through updates. Later in the day, they might troubleshoot bugs, make revisions, and prepare changes for launch or review.
SKILLS TO BUILD