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15-1254.00 - Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.

Sample of reported job titles: Technology Applications Engineer, Web Architect, Web Design Specialist, Web Designer, Web Developer, Webmaster

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
90	Core	Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
86	Core	Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
84	Core	Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
79	Core	Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.
77	Core	Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
76	Core	Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.
76	Core	Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.
75	Core	Perform or direct Web site updates.
71	Core	Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
70	Core	Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.
67	Core	Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.
67	Core	Renew domain name registrations.
65	Core	Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.
64	Core	Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites.
64	Core	Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites.
64	Core	Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results.
62	Core	Establish appropriate server directory trees.
60	Core	Recommend and implement performance improvements.
59	Core	Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.
57	Core	Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.
55	Core	Create Web models or prototypes that include physical, interface, logical, or data models.
55	Core	Provide clear, detailed descriptions of Web site specifications, such as product features, activities, software, communication protocols, programming languages, and operating systems software and hardware.
53	Core	Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.
68	Supplemental	Monitor security system performance logs to identify problems and notify security specialists when problems occur.
49	Supplemental	Install and configure hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) servers and associated operating systems.
44	Supplemental	Research, document, rate, or select alternatives for Web architecture or technologies.
43	Supplemental	Develop system interaction or sequence diagrams.
Not available	Not available	Design and implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls and message encryption.
Not available	Not available	Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, and legal issues including accessibility and privacy.

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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Analytical or scientific software — IBM SPSS Statistics ; SAS ; The MathWorks MATLAB
Application server software — Docker ; GitHub ; Oracle WebLogic Server ; Spring Boot (see all 5 examples)
Business intelligence and data analysis software — IBM Cognos Impromptu ; Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition ; Qlik Tech QlikView ; Tableau (see all 5 examples)
Communications server software — IBM Domino
Configuration management software — Chef; Perforce Helix software; Puppet
Content workflow software — Atlassian JIRA ; Sitecore CMS
Customer relationship management CRM software — Oracle Eloqua; Salesforce software
Data base management system software — Apache Hadoop ; MongoDB ; NoSQL ; Teradata Database (see all 14 examples)
Data base reporting software — Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services ; SAP Crystal Reports
Data base user interface and query software — Amazon Web Services AWS software ; Microsoft Access ; Oracle JDBC ; Structured query language SQL (see all 14 examples)
Data mining software — Google Analytics
Desktop publishing software — Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign ; Microsoft Publisher
Development environment software — Apache Ant ; Eclipse IDE ; Go ; Microsoft Visual Basic (see all 21 examples)
Document management software — Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
Electronic mail software — IBM Notes
Enterprise application integration software — Atlassian Bamboo ; Extensible markup language XML ; IBM WebSphere ; Oracle Fusion Middleware (see all 8 examples)
Enterprise resource planning ERP software — Microsoft Dynamics ; NetSuite ERP ; Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ; SAP (see all 6 examples)
Enterprise system management software — IBM Power Systems software; Splunk Enterprise
Expert system software — Ansible software
File versioning software — Apache Subversion SVN ; Git
Financial analysis software — Delphi Technology
Graphical user interface development software — Salesforce Visualforce
Graphics or photo imaging software — Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud ; Microsoft Visio ; SmugMug Flickr ; Trimble SketchUp Pro (see all 8 examples)
Instant messaging software — Atlassian HipChat
Map creation software — ESRI ArcGIS software ; Geographic information system GIS software
Medical software — Epic Systems
Metadata management software — CA Erwin Data Modeler
Network monitoring software — Nagios ; Wireshark
Object or component oriented development software — C++ ; Oracle Java ; Python ; Swift (see all 18 examples)
Object oriented data base management software — Hibernate ORM; PostgreSQL
Office suite software — Google Drive ; Microsoft Office
Operating system software — Linux ; Microsoft Windows Server ; Oracle Solaris ; UNIX (see all 15 examples)
Portal server software — Apache HTTP Server
Program testing software — Hewlett Packard LoadRunner; JUnit ; Selenium ; Travis
Project management software — Atlassian Confluence; Confluence ; Microsoft Project ; Microsoft SharePoint
Requirements analysis and system architecture software — Unified modeling language UML
Sales and marketing software — Google AdWords ; Marketo Marketing Automation
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
Transaction server software — Customer information control system CICS; Microsoft Internet Information Service IIS
Video creation and editing software — Adobe Systems Adobe AfterEffects ; Apple Final Cut Pro; YouTube
Web page creation and editing software — Adobe Systems Adobe Dreamweaver; Facebook ; LinkedIn ; Social media sites
Web platform development software — JavaScript ; Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP ; PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor ; Ruby on Rails (see all 39 examples)
Word processing software — Google Docs

Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.

Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Computer servers — Application servers; Web servers
Desktop computers
High capacity removable media drives — Universal serial bus USB flash drives
Notebook computers — Laptop computers
Personal computers

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
85		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
64		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
59		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
55		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
49		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
49		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
40		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
37		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
35		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
35		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
31		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
31		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
26		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
24		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
23		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
20		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
19		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
19		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
19		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
15		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
14		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
11		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
8		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
7		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
4		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
3		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
2		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
2		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
2		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
1		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
1		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
0		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
0		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
78		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
69		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
66		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
66		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
66		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
63		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
63		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
60		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
56		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
53		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
53		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
50		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
50		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
50		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
47		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
47		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
47		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
47		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
44		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
44		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
44		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
44		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
38		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
35		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
31		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
28		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
25		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
25		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
19		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
19		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
16		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
6		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
0		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
0		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
72		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
69		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
66		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
66		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
66		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
63		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
63		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
60		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
60		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
56		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
56		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
56		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
53		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
53		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
53		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
53		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
53		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
50		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
47		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
44		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
44		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
41		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
38		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
35		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
25		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
25		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
25		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
22		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
22		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
22		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
22		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
19		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
19		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
6		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
3		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
0		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
0		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
0		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
0		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
0		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
97		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
87		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
85		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
82		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
81		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
78		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
73		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
72		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
67		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
64		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
64		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
62		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
62		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
58		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
58		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
58		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
58		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
57		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
56		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
51		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
51		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
49		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
47		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
46		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
45		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
42		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
40		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
38		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
37		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
36		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
32		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
25		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
25		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
23		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
20		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
17		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
15		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
11		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
6		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
5		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
2		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Design websites or web applications.
Write computer programming code.
Update website content.
Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information.
Test software performance.
Create databases to store electronic data.
Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
Monitor the security of digital information.
Provide customer service to clients or users.
Document design or development procedures.
Collaborate with others to develop or implement marketing strategies.
Provide technical support for computer network issues.
Configure computer networks.
Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
Document network-related activities or tasks.
Develop specifications or procedures for website development or maintenance.
Develop models of information or communications systems.
Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
Provide recommendations to others about computer hardware.
Install computer hardware.
Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation.
Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
Implement security measures for computer or information systems.

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Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Work Context

Percentage of Top Responses

Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?

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92	Every day

Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?


79	Continually or almost continually
21	More than half the time

Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?


42	A lot of freedom
58	Some freedom

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?


79	Every day

Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?


67	Every day
17	Once a week or more but not every day

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?


42	Extremely important
46	Very important

Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.


63	More than 40 hours
33	40 hours

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?


46	Extremely important
33	Very important
17	Important

Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?


42	Every day
42	Once a week or more but not every day

Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?


21	A lot of freedom
67	Some freedom
13	Limited freedom

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?


38	Continually or almost continually
46	More than half the time

Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?


25	Every day
58	Once a week or more but not every day

Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?


38	Extremely important
38	Very important
17	Important

Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?


38	Constant contact with others
21	Contact with others most of the time
33	Contact with others about half the time

Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?


17	Extremely competitive
58	Highly competitive
17	Moderately competitive

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?


21	Very important results
33	Important results
25	Moderate results
17	Minor results

Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?


25	Every day
17	Once a week or more but not every day
21	Once a month or more but not every week
33	Once a year or more but not every month

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?


42	Continually or almost continually
13	More than half the time
33	Never

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?


17	Very high responsibility
25	High responsibility
17	Moderate responsibility
38	Limited responsibility

Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?


13	Extremely important
17	Very important
42	Important
21	Fairly important

Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?


21	Extremely serious
17	Very serious
17	Serious
21	Fairly serious
25	Not serious at all

Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?


25	Once a week or more but not every day
33	Once a month or more but not every week
29	Once a year or more but not every month

Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?


71	Slightly close (e.g., shared office)
13	I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?


13	Every day
21	Once a week or more but not every day
25	Once a month or more but not every week
13	Once a year or more but not every month
29	Never

Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?


21	Once a week or more but not every day
29	Once a month or more but not every week
33	Once a year or more but not every month
17	Never

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?


17	Once a month or more but not every week
58	Once a year or more but not every month

Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?


13	Very important
33	Important
25	Fairly important
25	Not important at all

Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?


13	Highly automated
13	Moderately automated
38	Slightly automated
38	Not at all automated

Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?


17	Once a month or more but not every week
50	Once a year or more but not every month
29	Never

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?


38	Limited responsibility
46	No responsibility

Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?


50	Less than half the time
42	Never

Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?


25	Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)
75	Regular (established routine, set schedule)

Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?


46	Less than half the time
54	Never

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?


13	Once a year or more but not every month
83	Never

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?


17	Once a year or more but not every month
83	Never

Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?


17	Once a year or more but not every month
83	Never

Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?


92	Never

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?


17	Less than half the time
83	Never

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?


17	Less than half the time
83	Never

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?


92	Never

Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?


92	Never

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?


92	Never

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?


92	Never

Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?


96	Never

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?


96	Never

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?


96	Never

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?


96	Never

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?


96	Never

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)


96	Not important at all

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?


96	Never

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?


96	Never

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?


96	Never

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?


100	Never

Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?


100	Never

Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?


100	Never

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?


100	Never

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?


100	Never

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Title	Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Education	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Related Experience	Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples	These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and medical assistants.
SVP Range	(6.0 to < 7.0)

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Required
46	Bachelor's degree
17	Post-secondary certificate
17	Associate's degree

Credentials

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
72		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
67		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
56		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
50		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
39		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
0		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
91		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
79		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
79		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
78		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
76		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
75		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
74		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
74		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
73		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
70		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
69		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
68		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
57		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
46		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
44		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
38		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
78		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
72		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
67		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
67		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
56		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
50		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

15-1211.00	Computer Systems Analysts
15-1232.00	Computer User Support Specialists
15-1242.00	Database Administrators
15-1251.00	Computer Programmers
15-1253.00	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
15-1299.01	Web Administrators Bright Outlook
43-9031.00	Desktop Publishers

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wage data for Web Developers and Digital Interface Designers.
Employment data for Web Developers and Digital Interface Designers.
Industry data for Web Developers and Digital Interface Designers.

Median wages (2019)	$35.46 hourly, $73,760 annual
State wages
Local wages	ZIP Code:

Employment (2019)	174,300 employees
Projected growth (2019-2029)	Much faster than average (8% or higher)
Projected job openings (2019-2029)	13,400
State trends

Top industries (2019)	Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (30% employed in this sector) Information (20%) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data and 2019-2029 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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