The programs web developers create allow companies to better communicate with their employees through intranet databases. Companies also ask web developers to maintain and update these databases when necessary. This job requires meetings with several company departments to better understand which programs best fulfil their respective needs.
Web development is one of the first jobs many information technology employees have, but many who choose this career are self-employed freelance contractors who provide their services to several companies at once.
Web development opportunities have increased even further in recent years with the advent of applications for the iPhone and the iPad, other smartphone devices, and GPS tracking systems. All of this new technology has made the outlook for web development employment brighter than ever.
Although many web developers are self-taught, several post high school institutions now offer degrees in web design, web development, and other information technology fields. This field’s average salary is C
$74,000, but more experienced developers can make more than six figures.