DevEdgeOur approach to web development.
A structured, six-stage process from first consultation through to long-term maintenance: built to keep every project on track, on brand and built to last.
Planning and requirement analysis
Client consultation
Gaining a deep understanding of the client’s needs, goals and expectations.
Requirement gathering
Documenting functional and non-functional requirements for comprehensive project planning.
Research
Collecting detailed information about the brand, audience and competitors.
Design
Wireframing & prototyping
Creating basic layouts to map out the structure and flow of the website.
UI design
Designing the visual elements and user interface.
UX design
Ensuring the website provides an intuitive and engaging user experience.
Development
Front-end development
Creating the user-facing part of the website with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and relevant frameworks.
Back-end development
Setting up the hosting environment, server infrastructure and database systems.
Content management system
Incorporating platforms like WordPress, empowering non-technical users to manage the site.
Testing and quality assurance
Functional testing
Ensuring all features work as intended.
Compatibility testing
Checking that the site functions well on different devices and browsers.
Performance testing
Testing the website’s loading speed and responsiveness.
User acceptance testing
Gathering feedback from clients for final revisions.
Final review and launch
Final review and approval
Getting final approval from the client.
Deployment to server
Moving the website from the development environment to the live server.
Domain configuration
Setting up the domain and ensuring proper DNS settings.
Maintenance and updates
Bug fixes and support
Addressing any issues that arise after launch.
Regular updates
Keeping the site up-to-date with the latest security patches and performance enhancements.
Monitoring and optimisation
Regularly monitoring performance metrics and optimising for speed and user experience.