WEB DESIGN GLOSSARY

HTML: Hypertext Markup Language, the code used to create web pages.

CSS: Cascading Style Sheets, the code used to style and layout web pages.

Responsive design: Optimized to display properly on different devices with varying screen sizes.

UX: User Experience, the overall experience a user has while interacting with a website.

UI: User Interface, the visual and interactive elements of a website.

Wireframe: A visual representation of a website’s layout, structure, and content.

Mockup: A static visual representation of a website’s design.

Prototype: A functional model of a website used for testing and feedback.

CMS: Content Management System, a software platform used to manage and publish website content.

SEO: Stands for Search Engine Optimization, the practice of improving a website’s visibility and ranking in search engine results

FAQ

What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design refers to the visual and interactive elements of a website, while web development involves the coding and programming needed to make a website function.

What is responsive design?
Responsive design is the practice of designing a website that is optimized to display properly on different devices with varying screen sizes.

What is UX design?
UX design is the practice of designing a website with the user experience in mind, with the goal of creating an intuitive and satisfying experience for the user.

What is a CMS?
A CMS, or Content Management System, is a software platform used to manage and publish website content.

What is SEO?
SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is the practice of improving a website’s visibility and ranking in search engine results.