(And Why You Probably Need Both, Even If You Only See One)
You wouldn’t go to a play just for the lighting rig. But you also wouldn’t enjoy the show if the spotlight failed, the set collapsed, or the mic cut out during the big monologue.
That’s the relationship between web design and development. One is what your audience sees, the other makes sure it works.
The Designer: Center Stage
Think of the designer as the director, the actors, and the set crew all rolled into one. They’re responsible for crafting the look and feel of your digital “stage”:
- Fonts and colors? That’s lighting and costume.
- Layout and spacing? That’s set design and blocking.
- Emotional tone and branding? That’s the performance itself.
A good designer ensures your website is on-brand, easy to navigate, and visually compelling. When a visitor lands on your homepage, the designer is who makes them stay for the show.
The Developer: Behind the Curtain
But what you don’t see is equally important.
Developers are like the stagehands, tech crew, and rigging specialists making sure everything happens seamlessly behind the scenes. You never see them, and that’s the point. Because when their work is solid, everything just works:
- The forms submit properly.
- The animations load without a hitch.
- The site runs fast and doesn’t break when someone opens it on a phone.
From security to performance to complex functionality, that’s all the developer’s domain.
Where I Come In
Most small business owners don’t have time to audition and coordinate an entire cast and crew. That’s why I handle both roles, so you get one point of contact who can manage the full production.
At Mario Lima Design, I make sure your site looks amazing and performs like a pro. Clean code. Clear branding. Zero stress. Contact me and I’ll help you prepare for your next act!
All you have to do is take a bow.
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