Glossary web design
1. Accessibility
The practice of making websites usable for people of all abilities and disabilities. This includes screen reader support, keyboard navigation, and color contrast.
2. Backend
The server-side part of a website that users don’t see. It handles data storage, logic, and server configuration.
3. CMS (Content Management System)
A platform (like WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla) that allows users to manage content on a website without needing to code.
4. CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)
A language used to style and layout web pages—controlling colors, fonts, spacing, etc.
5. CTA (Call to Action)
A prompt on a website that tells users to take a specific action (e.g., “Buy Now,” “Sign Up,” or “Learn More”).
6. Domain
The web address (URL) of a website, like www.example.com.
7. Frontend
The part of the website that users interact with directly. It includes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
8. Hero Section
The large, prominent banner section at the top of a webpage—usually featuring a headline, image, and CTA.
9. HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
The standard markup language used to structure content on the web.
10. JavaScript
A programming language used to create interactive elements on a website like sliders, forms, and animations.
11. Landing Page
A standalone web page created for a specific campaign or product, designed to convert visitors into leads or customers.
12. Mobile-First Design
An approach where the design process starts with the mobile version before scaling up to larger screens.
13. Navigation
The system that allows users to move through a website, typically via menus, links, and buttons.
14. Responsive Design
A design approach that ensures a website looks and functions well on all devices (desktops, tablets, smartphones).
15. SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
Practices that help improve a website’s visibility in search engine results (like using keywords and metadata).
16. Sitemap
A file or page listing all the pages on a website—used for navigation or by search engines for indexing.
17. UI (User Interface)
The visual elements of a website, such as buttons, icons, spacing, and layout.
18. UX (User Experience)
How users feel when interacting with a website—ease of use, satisfaction, and efficiency.
19. Wireframe
A basic visual guide that represents the skeletal structure of a website before design or content is added.
20. White Space
Also called negative space—empty space between elements that helps improve readability and layout.