[1] Planning
Purpose and Goals: Define the core purpose of the website. What is it meant to achieve? Who are its intended users?
Content Strategy: Decide what types of content will be featured on the site, such as text, images, videos, and interactive elements. How will this content serve the goals of the site?
Site Structure: Develop a sitemap that outlines the main pages and subpages. This helps in understanding how the content will be organized and how users will navigate through the site.
[2] Design
This process involves designing the navigation and the visual elements of the site, such as layout, color schemes, and images, ensuring they align with the branding and the user experience goals.
[3] Development
During the development stage, the designs are translated into actual code that makes the website function. This involves front-end development using languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create the visual and interactive elements of the site. Back-end development might also be necessary for more complex sites, involving server-side scripting, databases, and application programming interfaces (APIs) to handle data storage, retrieval, and processing.
[4] Testing and Review
Before a website goes live, it needs to be thoroughly tested to ensure there are no bugs or issues. This includes testing for functionality, usability, compatibility (across different browsers, devices, and screen sizes), and performance (loading speeds, responsiveness, etc.). This stage might also involve feedback from users to identify any potential improvements.