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Developing: What is involved in developing a Web site?

Developing is the creation stage. Below we have provided information and advice on the information architecture and user interface.

1. Develop a look and feel - Set the tone for your audience.
   Picking the right colors and style of site can help your audience find information.
2. Develop Web pages - Do you use templates?
   Templates can provide easy maintenance and a more efficient connection speed.
3. Add the Content - Are you writing for the Web?
   There's a big difference with how content is read on the Web versus print.
4. Test the Web site - Can the user find the information?.
   Is your Web site understood and accepted by the user? Test the site organization and user expectations.
5. Check Quality Assurance - Review and validate your site.
   Check accessibility, compatibility, spelling and grammar usage, and consistency in content placement and style.