Web Development Layers (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE ICT): Flashcards
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Define layer in web development.
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Define layer in web development.
A layer is one specific part of a webpage. A webpage is made of three layers.
Name the three web development layers.
The three layers are the content layer, the presentation layer and the behaviour layer.
Give two benefits of a layered approach.
Issues can be addressed independently, and teams can specialise in each area and work efficiently.
What does the content layer do?
The content layer forms the structure of a web page. It is where the text, images and other content that make up the body are entered.
Which language is used to build the content layer?
The content layer is typically constructed using HTML, Hypertext Markup Language.
What does the presentation layer do?
The presentation layer is used to display and format elements within a web page, controlling the layout, colours and fonts.
Which language handles the presentation layer?
The presentation layer is mainly handled by CSS, Cascading Style Sheets.
What does the behaviour layer do?
The behaviour layer uses scripting languages to control elements within a web page, enabling interactive elements and complex functionality such as form validation and dynamic content updates.
Which language is the primary one used for the behaviour layer?
JavaScript is the primary language used for the behaviour layer.
True or False?
CSS is the language used for the behaviour layer.
False.
CSS handles the presentation layer. JavaScript is used for the behaviour layer.
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