What is Full-Stack Development? A Beginner’s Guide
In today’s tech-driven world, full-stack development has become a buzzword. But what exactly does it mean? Full-stack development refers to the development of both frontend (client-side) and backend (server-side) components of a web application. A full-stack developer is a jack-of-all-trades who can handle everything from designing user interfaces to managing databases and server configurations.
“Simplicity is the soul of efficiency.” – Austin Freeman
Frontend Development
The frontend is what users see and interact with. Full-stack developers use technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) to create engaging and responsive interfaces.
Backend Development
The backend powers the logic and functionality of an application. Technologies like Node.js, Python (Django, Flask), Ruby on Rails, or PHP are commonly used. Databases like MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL store the data processed by backend systems.