8 fundamental stages in the process of developing web applications

 

To survive the accelerated competition in the market, the development of web applications is a fundamental tool for all companies. To a large extent, the development process is based on a three-tier software development model that includes users, companies, and data services. This type of design is used to separate a web application into service provider and customer networks.

Here, we will learn about some essential phases to follow in the web development process.

Brainstorming about an agenda: This is the first step, which is to establish the goal and purpose of developing the particular web application. Basically, a roadmap will be defined to map a proper direction for the project.

Identification of the target audience: this phase generally involves defining the intended audience for your web application. This step requires you to prepare an appropriate analytical report, including information such as audience type, your web access capabilities, your security levels, and quantitative audience statistics.

Creating a Document for Detailed Functional Specifications or Featured Summary - The Functional Specifications document is among the most important documents in an application development project. This is designed to eliminate any kind of confusion in the future. This document lists all the technical specifications and functionalities of the social networking apps such as Facebook. Although in the case of large projects, it is quite difficult to detail the behavior of each user. For such projects, a submitted summary document can be prepared and used.

Identify and analyze any third-party provider: Developing a web application is usually an inexpensive process, especially when outsourced. So, third-party providers are identified here including: web application development companies, payment gateways and business accounts, SSL service providers, fulfillment centers and service providers for servers, firewalls, networks and load balancer equipment.

Selection of technology and specification of the time frame and the structure of the application: this is the step where the application development platform, the technology, the framework and the environment are defined. Along with this, the timeline within which the development of the web application will be achieved is determined.

Wireframe and Design Layout: Interface design and layout is considered the most critical stages of any development project. It starts with creating a simple user interface sketch and visual instructions. After the approval of the interface and the interaction models, the implementation of the project design continues.

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Application development: This stage is about creating the application architecture and framework, designing the structure of your database, developing modules, classes and libraries, and implementing the functionalities mentioned in the document of specification.

Testing: It is the final step in the web application development project. It involves quality control tests and error correction. All applications in development are required to go through all appropriate testing techniques, including load testing, stress testing, performance, and usability testing.

A well-tested application is ready for deployment and launch, after which the appropriate steps for deployment can be followed.