Frequently Asked Questions
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| Q1: Describe the difference between an XML Sitemap and an HTML Sitemap. List the benefits and disadvantages of using each. |
XML Sitemap Purpose: Helps search engines crawl. Benefits: Improves SEO, easy to update. Disadvantages: Not user-friendly, for search engines only. HTML Sitemap Purpose: Helps users navigate. Benefits: Improves UX, easy for visitors. Disadvantages: Doesn’t directly affect SEO, needs manual updates. |
| Q2: Evaluate three IDE’s (Integrated development environments) and provide a brief summary on the positive and negative aspects of each. Also, in your own words include how it would suit an entry-level trainee code developer. |
1. Visual Studio Code Positive: Fast, lots of extensions, Git integration. Negative: Can slow down with too many extensions. Trainee: Great for beginners, easy to learn. 2. IntelliJ IDEA Positive: Excellent for Java, great debugging. Negative: Heavy on resources, overkill for small projects. Trainee: Good for Java-focused learners, but might be too complex for beginners. 3. Sublime Text Positive: Fast, simple, customizable. Negative: Needs plugins for full features. Trainee: Good for minimalists, but requires setup. |
| Q3: Provide a brief history on web browser development and the issues encountered by web developers, specifically, the adherence to web standards. |
Web Browser History & Issues 1990s - Netscape vs. Internet Explorer (Browser Wars). 2000s - Firefox, Chrome, and Web Standards push. 2010s - Edge, Safari, and better standardization. Issues - Inconsistent CSS/JS support, outdated browsers (IE), and varying rendering engines. Now - Most browsers follow web standards, but minor quirks still exist. |
| Q4: What are website testing methodologies? Your answer MUST cover browser compatibility, and website functionality. |
Website Testing
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