{"id":5189,"date":"2020-11-30T08:00:38","date_gmt":"2020-11-30T15:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/?p=5189"},"modified":"2025-03-21T09:05:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T16:05:15","slug":"what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other\/","title":{"rendered":"What can web developers and software developers learn from each other?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/professional-web-development.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/professional-web-development.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/professional-web-development.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/professional-web-development-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trending technologies are changing the ways we live and work, and with such an expansive and continuously growing industry, even those who work in the field are not always aware of the variety of professions there are and how each department differs from one another. Needless to say, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the world of web development<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and software development are more closely related than you may think, and there\u2019s a lot that these two sectors can learn to improve overall performance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other\/#What_are_web_developers_and_what_do_they_do\" >What are web developers and what do they do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other\/#What_are_software_developers_and_what_do_they_do\" >What are software developers and what do they do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other\/#For_those_that_still_dont_understand_how_do_the_above_occupations_differ\" >For those that still don\u2019t understand, how do the above occupations differ?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-can-web-developers-and-software-developers-learn-from-each-other\/#What_can_professional_web_developers_and_software_developers_learn_from_one_another\" >What can professional web developers and software developers learn from one another?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_web_developers_and_what_do_they_do\"><\/span><b>What are web developers and what do they do?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A web developer or programmer is someone who takes a completed web design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 which has been created either by a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/services-403\/web-design-417\/?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">professional design team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the client \u2014 and turns it into a fully navigable website with clean page-to-page functionality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is this done, you ask? Well, professional web development involves the writing of lines and lines of complicated code, which uses a variety of programming languages (for example, HTML or Python) that your computer understands. As you can imagine, this can take quite a bit of time and effort, requiring different types of web developers who specialize in various areas to collaborate to create a finished product.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from building the website from the design, a web developer also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/services-403\/installs-upgrades-404\/?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintains the website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, keeping their focus on user experience while meeting the needs of their clients. Whether it\u2019s making the header clickable, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/plugins-shipping-c-381_389?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allowing the customer to input their shipping details<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring that the subscription bar works, and everything in between, the web developer is responsible for building the order behind every e-commerce website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional web development is conducted by three types of developers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 a back-end developer, a front-end developer, or a full-stack developer. Back-end developers, also known as server-side, specialize in what happens behind-the-scenes, such as database design and maintenance and PHP\/ASP\/Python coding of the site. Front-end developers, also known as client-side, tend to focus more on the defining styles, functions, and queries of the website, involving aspects where the knowledge of JavaScript, jQuery, Angular, and Vue are beneficial. Full-stack developers have extensive knowledge of both sides of web application and development and usually are in charge of ensuring that both fields work closely together to complete a project.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from the above tasks, web developers also tend to help in the construction of each website\u2019s layout to ensure that it is easy-to-use and possesses visually appealing landing pages. They may even write some content for the site if needed. Once the website has launched, developers are tasked with monitoring its performance, as they are the most familiar with technology and how computers and web servers work. They also are familiar with many software programs and web applications, using their skills to communicate, set goals, and meet the deadlines expected by their clients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_software_developers_and_what_do_they_do\"><\/span><b>What are software developers and what do they do?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A software developer, also sometimes referred to as a computer programmer, is a specialist that writes the code for many kinds of computer software programs. This type of computer engineer is the creative mind behind programming, developing the underlying systems that run your devices and\/or control networks and applications that allow you to do specific computer-based or device-based tasks. They use an engineering design process to create the programs that we all use on a daily basis, as well as other foundational computer systems, also known as embedded software programs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software development is the process of gathering requirements, specifying details, architecture design, documenting, testing, and troubleshooting involved in the creation of software applications, frameworks, and components. Through research, developers can design, code, and document programs, test them to fix bugs, and maintain their performance throughout the lifespan of the product, which includes interaction with end users, business clients, 3rd party vendors, and suppliers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to programming, software developers also create and manage algorithms, troubleshoot the problems that occur throughout the development cycle, and accurately gather product requirements from clients to design solutions to specific or custom computer applications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a list of what a software developer does from start to finish of a project:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researching, designing, implementing, and managing software programs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing and evaluating new programs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying areas for modification in existing software programs and developing these modifications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing and implementing code.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deploying software tools, processes, and metrics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining and upgrading existing software systems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Training users to use the software.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working closely with other developers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_those_that_still_dont_understand_how_do_the_above_occupations_differ\"><\/span><b>For those that still don\u2019t understand, how do the above occupations differ?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since there is quite a bit of overlap between the above two professions, it\u2019s worth pointing out the very important differences that exist between them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Web developers are primarily concerned with building websites and web applications that run on a variety of web browsers. Whereas, software developers are mainly focused on building programs that run on desktop computers and mobile devices. While both of these specialized fields require programming experience, they vary in knowledge, demanding that the professional have strong attention to detail in their area of expertise. Both professions are dependent upon great problem-solving skills, the ability to handle an independent workflow, and the understanding of an assortment of capabilities when maintaining the performance of projects.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Web developers will often work closely with business or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/trek.marketing\/?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital marketing experts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure the website that they build is efficient, user-friendly, and pleasing in its design. On the other hand, software developers tend to collaborate with more tech professionals and may not require client communication at any stage of their program build.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_professional_web_developers_and_software_developers_learn_from_one_another\"><\/span><b>What can professional web developers and software developers learn from one another?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, now that you understand what\u2019s expected of each profession, it\u2019s time for you to learn how they can collaborate. From a technical point of view, both fields can be fruitful if they better understand how they connect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, software developers are often the ones in charge of creating the tools that web developers use to carry out their assignments. Thus, this would be a good point of collaboration between the two jobs. If web developers seek a deeper understanding of the mechanics of a software language or program, they can gain an appreciation of the capabilities and limitations of the platform or tool they\u2019re using. This kind of insight is helpful for knowing if client requirements are realistic. This type of observation also enables web design teams to alter their plans for the particular use of a programming language.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping in mind that collaboration is not a one-way street, it\u2019s important for software developers to also understand the needs of web developers so that they can improve their software programs by making new functions that help from a development perspective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider this type of learning to be a form of professional cross-pollination and there\u2019s an endless list of benefits, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The empowerment of team members.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open communication, fewer gaps.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep professionals end-user or client-focused.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assists both parties in learning new things and break out of their traditional ways of thinking.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing productivity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to new resources.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Builds trust and respect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May assist in driving down production costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since there\u2019s an overlap of interest between <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/services-403\/frontend-development-405\/?utm_source=Blog_November2020_WebDevSoftwareDev\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">professional web development<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and software development, it\u2019s important to talk and collaborate about the tangible benefits for both professions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What did you learn from our blog today? 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