A web app (web application) is a software application that runs on a web server and is accessed through a web browser. Unlike traditional desktop applications, web apps do not need to be installed on a local device and can be used on various devices (like smartphones, tablets, or computers) with internet access.
- Cross-platform: Web apps can be used on different platforms, such as Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, as long as a web browser is available.
- Always up to date: Since web apps run on a server, users typically get the latest version without needing to update or download anything.
- Centralized data: Web apps store data on cloud servers, so users can access the app and their data from different devices.
- Responsive design: Many modern web apps are built to adjust their layout to different screen sizes and devices (mobile, tablet, desktop).
- Frontend: Technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with frameworks and libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, are used to create the user interface and manage user interactions.
- Backend: The server-side logic is handled by technologies like Node.js, Django (Python), Ruby on Rails, or PHP, which manage data storage, authentication, and business logic.
- APIs: Web apps often communicate with servers or databases using RESTful APIs or GraphQL.
- Static Web Apps: Serve only static content like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, without dynamic user interaction (e.g., personal blogs or portfolios).
- Dynamic Web Apps: Provide interactive content and features, often relying on databases to fetch and display data dynamically (e.g., social media platforms, content management systems).
- Progressive Web Apps (PWA): These combine the features of native mobile apps and web apps. PWAs can be installed on a device like a native app but run in a web browser (e.g., Twitter Lite, Pinterest).
- Trello: A project management tool with drag-and-drop functionality.
- Nextcloud: A self-hosted file share and communication platform.
- Mattermost: An open-source messaging platform for team collaboration.
- Jitsi Meet: A self-hosted video conferencing solution.
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