Phoenix, AZ, ranked #15 in 2019 in tech employment, registering continuous growth of the entire sector. Even if not in the top 10, Phoenix-based IT companies got a $25,8bn revenue and the numbers are expected to grow by the end of 2020. 

The progress registered by Phoenix, lead Arizona to the second position in the US for net new tech business establishment, with over 12,000+ companies across the state, where more than 70% of them are located in Phoenix, according to Cyberstates 2020 report. Over the last year, Arizona gained a growth of new tech jobs by 3.3% or 7550+ new positions for junior and senior specialists in the tech industry.

The Phoenix area improved its regional position and is probably one of the leading places in the tech industry by offering better operational affordability and lower rent costs, which attracts both talents and companies.

The average annual wage in the tech industry in Phoenix is above $79,000 which 90% higher than Arizona median, based on the same report. The most popular tech jobs in Arizona are software development, web development which together hit 35,000+ employers. They are followed closely by IT support specialists with 17,500+ workers enrolled, and cybersecurity analysts - 16,300+ people in this field. 

On the other hand, the leading tech services in Arizona are IT and custom software development, tech manufacturing, telecommunications and internet services, research and development, followed by testing and engineering. 

For potential clients interested in Phoenix-based IT and tech companies, the location is great for all types of IT projects, since the city enjoys both a rich variety of tech companies and a great talent pool. Additionally, the Phoenix IT sector has good infrastructure, a well-developed business environment and, cheaper prices compared to others in the region

Web development is about creating, building, and maintaining websites or web applications using programming languages and web development frameworks. The main reason why web development services are popular is the need for businesses to establish their presence on the web. 

Building a website or a web application involves creating the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX), including the layout, colors, fonts, and images. It also consists in optimizing these elements for mobile and desktop, making the interface accessible to users, and facilitate the interaction between the user and the application. On the back-end, it involves scripting, server configuration, and database management. At the same time, it includes testing, maintenance, and ensuring overall functionality.

According to recent studies, over 4.7 billion people worldwide have access to the Internet. So, it’s obvious that having a well-designed and developed website is essential for any business that wants to succeed online.

On top of that, the number of mobile internet users is constantly growing, with approximately 92% of internet users accessing the web through their smartphones which proves the importance of responsive and optimized websites on mobile devices.

In a nutshell, a web developer, which is providing development services is responsible for:

• Establish a company's online presence via a web application
• Improve and optimize the performance of the website or web app
• Update and maintain the well-functioning of the website or web apps

In addition, depending on the terms of a contract between a company and a web developer, the second can assist with: 

• Backup the data of the website
• Operate changes to the UI
• Migrate the website to another domain or platform

Usually, a web developer should have both soft and hard skills. The soft skills are related to communication and reporting, while the hard skills help in the development process.  

If you choose to work with a web development company, make sure to keep in mind the following criteria in the selection process:

• The company should have experience in developing websites or web applications that are similar to yours.
• A solid portfolio that proves examples of their work.
• Communication abilities enough to pass through cultural, linguistic, and time-zone barriers.
• Transparency and proven track record

Carefully evaluating these factors, you can choose a Web Development company that best aligns with your needs. There are more than 18699 companies on the TechBehemoths platform that offer a wide variety of web development services.

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