Top 3 Platforms for Building a Website
When looking to build your own website, there are several factors to consider such as ease of use, support available from the developer, and most importantly, customizable features. While there are many build-your-own website platforms, below are some of our favorite.
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WordPress
More than 20% of all internet websites are built using the platform WordPress and we love it because it’s one of the best platforms for search engine optimization. Originally intended for use as a blogging platform, WordPress has evolved into a robust, feature-rich CMS (content management system). WordPress allows for the creation of a fast, mobile-friendly website and is known to be easy to use for beginners while also providing endless customization options for intermediate users. There are many WordPress tutorials and guides available on the internet, and the WordPress community tends to be very helpful and supportive of new users which makes it a great option for the small business owner on a tight budget.
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Drupal
Another popular, well-supported CMS is Drupal. Just as with WordPress, Drupal is open-sourced and available freely for commercial use. Drupal has a higher learning curve and will take a new user more time to learn, but also has a supportive community with plenty of options available for guides and instruction. This is a better CMS option for those that already have some web development experience.
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Framework
A third option these days is using a front-end framework. While not the recommended option for beginners, frameworks tend to be more lightweight and are recommended for more seasoned developers with HTML and CSS coding experience. The most popular framework is Bootstrap, an open-source project that originated from Twitter.
If you have other questions about creating a website or would like to hand over the coding to a professional, reach out to the experienced San Diego web developers at Saba, Inc. We can help bring your vision to life in a responsive website and can also offer tips for how to increase its visibility on the internet. Call us at (858) 277-1717 for more information or to request a free consultation.
