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Essential Skills Every Web Developer Must Have in their Locker

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One of the hottest industries currently, without a shadow of doubt, is the web development industry. The statistics back it up — with the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealing that employment for a web developer is going to grow by nearly 30% in the next 5 years! That is way ahead of any other occupation in the world, and one of the main reasons why so many people are signing up for web development courses right now.

Simply completing a course doesn’t guarantee that you will become an effective web developer, since there are lots of other things you must consider as well. There are essential skills that every web developer must have in their locker to achieve greatness, and we are going to share some with you.

1.      Constantly learning and improving

One of the main skills that a web developer must have is the ability to constantly adapt, learn, and improve their skills. The digital industry moves at lightning speed, and that means you must always be willing to learn and add more skills to your repertoire. This means keeping in touch with new programming languages and technologies, while also focusing on what customers want.

2.      Keeping up to date with the industry

Keeping in touch with the point above, you must also be involved and up-to-date with the industry, so that you know the latest developments. This doesn’t mean reading news articles on the internet, but actively participating in the industry by visiting conferences and expos. This will allow you to network and get new insights and ideas about web development.

3.      Being able to manage time and prioritize

Web development may become the hottest profession in the next 5 years, but it is by no means easy, as any web developer will tell you. It can be chaotic and extremely stressful, especially when you must meet deadlines, and projects keep stacking up. It takes immense concentration and will to stay efficient and not lose your mind when working on multiple projects at the same time. That is why you must be great at prioritizing your work and managing your time; otherwise, you will be overwhelmed.

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Jorge Leger
Jorge Leger
Jorge Leger is the founder and digital strategist behind Astound Media, a New York–based agency helping organizations grow through smart, scalable web design and marketing. With over a decade of experience in WordPress development, SEO, and marketing automation, Jorge partners with mission-driven teams to deliver high-performing websites and campaigns that drive real results. He brings a sharp eye for strategy and a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out online—especially for small businesses and nonprofit organizations.

When he’s not leading projects or optimizing digital funnels, you’ll find him exploring ways to make technology more accessible and impactful for growing teams.

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