Web Developer

What you would do

Create and maintain websites, write code, test features, and improve performance and usability. [1]

Where you could work

Developers work for technology and other organizations or are self-employed; work is mainly computer-based. [1]

Hours and flexibility

Most work full time; client deadlines and launches can shape the schedule. [1]

Physical and emotional demands

Long screen sessions, precise debugging, changing tools, and coordination with designers and clients are common. [1]

How you could advance

Experienced developers may specialize in front-end or back-end work or move toward project management. [1]

These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.