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May 11, 2021

Software vs Web Development – what is the difference?

From a developer perspective, Software Development and Web Development seem almost similar but there is a huge difference when it comes to the user of the application and the needs of the business. Technology has been changing businesses, markets, customers, and whatever comes its the way. Especially in Dubai, UAE the technology is more integrated into our professional and personal daily life. Generally, for a non-technical person, the technology is quite confusing and difficult to understand however with the development of new technologies and so many latest innovation a person who is operating in one sector of the technology might be completely naive about the other sector(s) of the industry. The same is the case with software development and web development, often people who work within the industry or closely with the industry are aware of the differences between the two, for the rest of us, both look the same! The main thing why for a casual person the software development and web development look the same is because in both there is a lot of programming and coding is involved, so people often think both would be the same. However, software development requires a completely different skill set, knowledge and requires completely different programming languages than that of a website. In this blog, we will discuss software development and web development in detail.

What is Software Development?

Software development is developing a computer program that is intended to run on a certain platform/machine and is expected to return certain results or perform certain tasks. There are tons of software we daily use either directly or indirectly. For example the Outlook we use to check email or Photoshop for editing family photos, or even a media player on our laptop is computer software. Smartphone applications such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Whatsapp are software. However, web apps such as Facebook, Google, etc are websites.

Who are Software Developers?

The software developer are IT professional who possess certain technical skills which enable them to write source code to build software. The software developers produce tools for desktop computers and laptops, they build smartphone applications and games for different platforms and consoles.

What Skills are required to develop Software?

There are certain skills that are required from a software developer. The educational background should be in IT and then the software developers can choose various subjects to direct their career to a particular field such as software development or web development. Here are a few important skills that a software developer should have:

Data Structure
Programming Languages
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Relevant Technical Skills (Tools and Techniques)
Security

These are just some general skills a software developer must-have.

How Software are Developed?

There is a basic software development method. This starts with identifying the need for the software, this is the very basic thing, why do we need software? Once the objective and expectations of the software are defined, then the next step is to select the appropriate technology for the software and define the platforms where the software can be used. Here is a short summary of the software development process:

Identify the Problem and Need
Define the Objectives and Expectations
Choose Technology
Software Development
Testing (on all compatible platforms)
Launch/Deployment

This is the basic process of software development. There could be more intermediary processes, but overall the process is the same. The software is developed for different platforms, different environments, and different applications. For example, some software is developed for only PCs and Laptops, some are developed for servers, some are developed for electronics devices, some for special purpose computers and servers and so many more. There are tons of software applications, ranging from our refrigerator to electric cars and everything in between. The software is covering almost and every aspect of our lives.

What is Web Development?

Web development is basically just developing websites. It may also involve small web apps or interactive tools, but majorly the focus in web development is to achieve certain objectives by providing interaction to the user. These days the websites are considered a necessity for any business or organization. ECommerce is also gaining popularity, the consumers are turning towards the internet. Large enterprises and businesses are providing digitalizing their services and mostly providing their services through websites. For example, there are a lot many government ministries that are offering services online through websites and mobile apps, the healthcare, the real estate, and hospitality industry are also taking advantage of the website revolution.

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Who are Web Developers?

Web developers are a group of professionals having a variety of skills and experience in different fields that combined to form a website experience. The web developer develops websites for businesses and organizations with different needs and requirements, for example, online appointment booking, customer portal, online registration, etc.

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What Skills are required to develop a Website?

Web developers are generally a team or a bunch of people who everyone possesses different skills, and everyone is responsible for a different aspect of the website. The graphics and user interface designs require different technical background and skills, the programing and source code requires an entirely different set of skills and expertise. Usually, a professional web developer is well-versed with both types of skills and can handle the entire website single-handedly. But for medium size or larger websites, only specialized personals should do the respective work. Here are a few skills that are a must for a web developer:

Marketing and Analytical Skills
UX/UI Designing
Graphics Designing
Programming Languages
Relevant Technical Skills (Tools and Techniques)
Security

These are just a few important skills that a web developer should have to be able to develop websites.

How Websites are developed?

Web development is a simple and very straightforward process. It starts like any other IT project with a brief requirement gathering. Once the project scope is defined and the website’s basic information is collected, then a wireframe is being provided to the customer. The wireframe is basically the blueprint of the website, and then the full-on development begins. The web development process consists of different steps here is a list of the steps generally followed in the web development industry in Dubai, UAE:

Requirement Gathering
Define Website Scope
1. Compatible Devices (Laptops, Smartphones, Web Browsers, etc)
2. Compatible Languages (English, Arabic, etc)
3. Static or Dynamic
Web Designing Phase
1. Wireframe
2. Mockups
3. Design (Ux/Ui)
Web Development Phase
Testing
Launch

These are the steps of a basic web development project execution. There are many other intermediary steps and phases which depend on the scope and magnitude of the website. The websites are developed for different objectives and purposes. Mainly the objective is the marketing and online presence. The websites are also made for other purposes such as for customers, or for students, or for information, etc. There are hundreds of different types and categories of websites are there. No matter what kind of website it is the basic process is the same as I have mentioned above.

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The Difference between Software Development & Web Development!

The major difference between software development and web development is that both are entirely different technologies, with different objectives and completely different audiences or users. The websites are for the masses and are a good communication tool. Businesses and organizations can utilize websites to communicate with their audiences, however, the software is not for communication but they are to perform certain tasks. The websites are mostly a public domain while the software could be private, exclusive, and personalized and are used to improve the efficiency and productivity of business processes and routine tasks. For example, a queue management system is used to streamline the customer flow, and HRMS (human resource management system) is used to improve HR department, production management tools, accounting software, and many more have different applications and are used for different objectives.

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Why People Often Think Software and Web Development are same?

Well, most of the time a casual person thinks that software development and web development both are the same things. But that is not true, although there are some similarities, for example, both require programming and coding, both require interactive graphics and user interfaces, etc. But in terms of technology both are totally different. One can say there are certain occasions or scenarios when software development and web development intersect each other. For example, there are tons of corporate and business software that provide a web-based user interface, which means the user can interact and operate this software through a web interface via a web browser like they are browsing a normal website. Similarly, there is a certain website that provides online software and such apps that allow a user to perform a software function via a web browser through a web interface. The web interface is basically a website, but in the backend different software are operating and different processes are going on. That is why for a causal person the differentiation between software development and web development is not easy.

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Software Development, Web Development, Cloud, and IoT!

Cloud is what even further lightens the line dividing the software development and web development. As the cloud is capable of providing a lot many tools, software, and application through a web-based interface which further confuses ordinary people to think the websites and software development are the same. But the huge difference is that software development is not only limited to general applications and business tools, in fact, but those are also just a small part of the entire software development industry. For example, the software is everywhere, wherever a microchip is used, or a digital function is used there is software running behind. With the advancements and progress in the field of IoT (Internet of Things), we will further notice smart gadgets and home appliances that all would be running on some kind of software, even the wristwatch you might be wearing right now contains a tiny computer and a tiny software in it. That is how big the software development industry is and that is how it dominates the web development industry.

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Conclusion

Software development and web development are completely different from each other. The software developers and the web developers are required to have different skills and different expertise. The software development and the web development processes are majorly different than each other. The application and objectives are different. For example, the websites are mainly for marketing purposes and to offer digital services and online services. However, the software is for entirely different audiences and for different applications. The software development industry is very huge compared to the web development industry. The software is being used everywhere, from our wristwatch to electric cars and satellites everything is running on software. Businesses and enterprises are heavily relying on customized software solutions these days.

Although both are entirely different but still most of the time a casual person might think that software development and web development are the same. It is due to the fact that mostly the corporate tools and the commercial solutions that we use on daily basis are interacting using a web-based user interface that is being accessed from a web browser which is why for most ordinary person a software might also look similar to a website. RSI Concepts is a professional custom software development agency in Dubai and we are also offering premium web design Dubai services for more than a decade now. If you need a quote or want to discuss or consult with us, please feel free to reach us out through our Contact Us page or leave a comment in the comment box below.

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February 3, 2020

Top 10 website designs by RSI Concepts

RSI Concepts is an IT Solution and Services provider company in UAE having 500+ website development projects and experience of more than a decade in the market. Our key speciality is building interactive websites for SMEs, Large Enterprises, Local Business, Banking and Health Care Sectors, Government Departments, eCommerce Sector and a lot many more. Today we will list the top 10 web designs we did in the past few years.

Government of UAE

RSI Concepts have had the honor to design and develop the website for UAE government. Which is the online representation of the central government of the United Arab Emirates. The website was highly interactive with having a very congestive navigation and sophisticated functionalities.

TRA – Telecom Regulatory Authority

Telecom Regulatory Authority of UAE acquired our web designing and development services for their main online portal. We have revamped the complete navigational structure and re-arranged the orders of the web pages to make it easier to navigate and user friendly.

Ajman Bank

The Ajman Bank is one of the prestigious client of ours. We are providing them with a verity of IT services. RSI developed a corporate and professional looking website for the Ajman Bank. The website support all types of browsers, and smartphone devices. The navigational structure is of nested type which enhanced the user experience score too.

Muhammad Bin Rashid Smart Learning Program

The ministry of education of the UAE acquired RSI to build the Muhammad Bin Rashid Smart Learning Program website. The website was meant to have so many interactive section as it was meant to be for the Parents of the kids who have been enrolled to the program. We built the website in a record time frame. The website in itself was a masterpiece.

Etisalat Academy

We are proud to have this communication giant in our clientele list. The Etisalat is a household name in the country. We did a remarkable website for the company along with a few other IT services and products. The website is not just an ordinary website but a full-fledged application in itself with so many features and functionalities that no other traditional website has in the country.

Khorfakkan Municipal Council

The Khorfakkan Municipal Council website was not just an ordinary website to develop, in fact it was an online portal to host a large number of Government eServices and a lot of other functionalities. The task to form a navigational structure was huge, but our competent web design and development teams took the gig as a challenge and performed remarkably. The client was very happy and satisfied with our product. We also did a few other projects for the same client and a few are still in the pipeline.

CUCA University

CUCA or City University Collage Ajman is a higher education institute located in the Emirates of Ajman. The university’s education system is a modified version of the American education system to fit the needs of the local custom and traditions. The university is considered to be a well reputed institute in the UAE who offers specializations and higher education. We have been honored to get an opportunity to design and develop a website for the institute. The website was specifically designed to enhance the visibility of the new courses and other marketing purposes along with a nested navigational structure to provide all important information within 1 to 3 clicks.

Invest Bank

Invest Banks is one of the earliest banks established in the country. The bank is well known for their stable growth and exponential expansion throughout the years since it was been established in 1975. The bank was not looking for an ordinary website but a highly secure and well organized information center for their online customers. RSI Concepts was been awarded with the tender to build a highly secure website for the bank.

IBS Bank

IBS Bank or the International Bank of Somalia is one of the top leading investment and commercial bank in the country or one can say in the region with introducing innovative facilities and services to their customers by implementing the technological advancements in the sector. The same task was given to RSI Concepts to build an international standard website based on highly secure and advance tools available in the market. The website itself is a wonderful piece of art, the design, the navigation and the flow of information, all is intelligently crafted. The website provides a remarkable flow of information with inter-connected pages and well presented information.

GoWell Petro

GoWell Petro is a multinational company, well renowned in the Oil & Gas market of the world. We have built a very unique website for them and we did introduced a lot of new functionalities in it. The website was aimed to represent their online image an authoritative market player and our graphic designing and creative team did that very well.

The above-mentioned projects were successfully delivered in time despite the great magnitude of the work involves in the research and analysis to ensure the satisfactory quality of the product we are delivering. This is proof of our competence, technical skills and top of the line web design and development service.

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July 16, 2019

4 Significance of Web Design Dubai, UAE

Updated January 12th, 2019

As the new businesses are registering on daily bases, there is a significant increase in overall trade which has a very positive effect on the health of the economy of the country. As per the stats gathered by the Dubai Statistics Center, in the third quarter of the year 2019 alone, 10,729 new licenses has been issued. That is just the Dubai, now think of the Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and other emirates! There are thousands of new businesses that are starting up in the UAE each month. New businesses not only mean new opportunities but also means new competition for the existing businesses. Hence the importance of creating the first impression is crucial. Your web design is the gateway of your overall online brand identity. As the 2020 Expo is on our heads, we should be prepared for digital upgrades and especially our web designs if we want to stay ahead of our competitors. A study shows that about 70 – 80 percent of the people do online research before visiting any business or make a purchase decision. Which makes the web design most important part of your overall online marketing efforts.

Web design is how you would want your clients to see your official website. It is actually the process of creating your website. This includes the layout, font styles, graphics, and other visual imagery that will make your website catchy for the visitors and easy for use. Creating the best styles and putting appealing content gives your prospect customers first impression towards you and the services that you have. In Dubai, investing in the best company to give a high-end web design really matters.

Web Design Dubai importance

If you build up a business whether for fashion, technology, and so on, of course, creating your own official website will always be part of your startup plan. Your online marketing presence is a big step towards reaching your clients. And so, creating a good Web Design Dubai helps them to locally and internationally, competitive amongst others. In this blog, we will talk about web design UAE and its importance in your business.

Creates the First Impression

Whether be it a flyer, the design of your shop, or the advertisement on your television, it all gives your viewers first impressions about your business. Same as your web design UAE. In a split of a second, your prospective clients would have their judgement. And who would want to left negative impressions towards their customers? That is why it is important to invest in good web design Dubai, be creative yet simple Web Design UAE. You should include fonts and typographic details into consideration. But remember not to overdo or else your client will leave your page and look for a more simple and easy to navigate the site.

Brand Uniformity

Since you already have your website design, it will be easy for you to introduce your brand and be consistent in showing what your brand is. In short, make your audience familiar with you and what you offer. It is very important for the customers to recognize you in all forms and aspect. So you must pay attention to the design of the website Dubai that you have. Remember, everything you put on your website represents your brand. Use the colours of your brand, if not, your official colour and the same style you have on the homepage for the succeeding pages. In this way, your customers will not be confused.

It Makes Your Business Trustworthy

Engaging with people or business online is sometimes scary especially with all the scams and frauds all around. Sometimes, it is the quality of your web design from which people base their judgement on whether to trust your site or not. If they see that your web design looks outdated or with poor quality, they will become hesitant to further review your site. However, if they see your site as something that looks very appealing and with a high-quality web design UAE then they would probably stay and continue navigating it. If customers enjoy and decided to stay on your site longer, it will bring improvement on your business leads.

Improves Search Engine Optimization – SEO

One of the things you should consider is how will you strategize your content in your web design. It is how and where you are going to place the most important information on your website. This will help you to let your customers see it effectively. Other than that, this information helps you to improve your SEO. When you include information on this part of the website it will be easier for the Search Engines to crawl into your site thus, improves your SEO visibility.

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