1. Innovative Requirement – Client discussions, budget, team setup.
2. Information Gathering – Purpose, target audience, content planning.
3. Planning – Sitemap, navigation structure.
4. Web Design – Layout, UI/UX, branding.
5. Web Development – Coding (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP).
6. Testing – Functionality, speed, compatibility.
7. Maintenance – Updates, bug fixes, content changes.
Key Takeaways
Websites serve multiple purposes (info, business, e-commerce).
HTTP is unsecured; HTTPS is encrypted.
Browsers evolved from Mosaic to Chrome.
Web development involves design, coding, testing, and maintenance.
Different website types cater to different needs (authority, sales, utility).
7.7 Ingredients Required for Website Development
To create an effective and user-friendly website, the following key elements are essential:
1. Clean Navigation
Users should easily move between pages.
Example: IGNOU’s website has a well-structured menu.
2. Beautiful Typography
Font choice, size, color, and spacing impact readability.
Example: Properly formatted content enhances user experience.
3. White Space
Prevents clutter and improves visual appeal.
Example: Adequate spacing between headings and paragraphs.
4. Logical Layout
Content should flow naturally, guiding users intuitively.
Example: A well-organized homepage with clear sections.
5. Purposeful Design
Every element should serve a function (e.g., IGNOU’s site provides exam updates, admissions info).
6. Speed
Fast-loading pages improve user retention.
Slow websites lose visitors.
7. Detailed Information
Must include product/service details, contact info, FAQs.
Example: IGNOU’s site lists study centers, contact details.
8. Multiple Feedback Channels
Live chat, email, phone, social media for user queries.
7.8 Website Hosting
Web hosting makes a website accessible online by storing files on a server.
7.9.1 Types of Web Hosting
Type Description Best For
Shared Hosting Multiple sites share one server (low cost, limited resources). Small websites, beginners.
Virtual private server (more control than shared, but still Growing businesses, moderate
VPS Hosting
shared hardware). traffic.
Dedicated
Entire server for one website (high performance, expensive). Large businesses, high traffic.
Hosting
Cloud Hosting Uses multiple servers for scalability & reliability. Scalable projects, e-commerce.
Managed
Provider handles server maintenance (no root access). Non-technical users.
Hosting
