JOB REPORT / 15-1254 · 29 TASKS

Web Developers.

Can AI do the work of Web Developers?

Mostly it works alongside you. Here is what shifts, task by task.

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The parts of your job AI can already do most of:

Perform or direct Web site updates
Renew domain name registrations
Establish appropriate server directory trees

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Your job, task by task.

29 of 29 tasks reviewed

We went through all 29 core tasks in this job, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Web Developers actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Perform or direct Web site updates.
AI DOES
Writes code snippets, spots bugs, and drafts copy for updates
YOU DO
Decide what to change, review the output, and approve what goes live
TASK 02
Renew domain name registrations.
AI DOES
Auto-renews domains, sends reminders, and fills renewal forms
YOU DO
Confirm billing info and catch edge cases like expired payment methods or domain transfers
TASK 03
Establish appropriate server directory trees.
AI DOES
Generates recommended folder layouts and scaffolding scripts for common project types
YOU DO
Match the structure to your team's workflow, security rules, and project quirks
TASK 04
Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
AI DOES
Writes backup scripts, schedules automated jobs, and checks that files copied correctly
YOU DO
Decide what counts as a problem and confirm the recovery plan actually fits your site
TASK 05
Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results.
AI DOES
Drafts test plan templates, formats procedures, and summarizes test results into readable reports
YOU DO
Decide what risks matter most and sign off on whether the software truly passes
TASK 06
Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, and legal issues including accessibility and privacy.
AI DOES
Generates technical checklists, accessibility guidelines, privacy requirement summaries, and performance benchmark suggestions
YOU DO
Balance competing constraints like budget limits, client priorities, and real-world performance tradeoffs
TASK 07
Monitor security system performance logs to identify problems and notify security specialists when problems occur.
AI DOES
Scans performance logs, flags anomalies, and sends automated alerts
YOU DO
Judge whether a flagged issue is a real threat before notifying specialists
TASK 08
Recommend and implement performance improvements.
AI DOES
Scans code for slow patterns, suggests optimizations, and generates improved code snippets
YOU DO
Test changes in the real app and weigh speed gains against other priorities
TASK 09
Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.
AI DOES
Drafts structured technical docs, formats performance metrics, and suggests standard benchmarks
YOU DO
Verify real system data and add context only you know from your environment
TASK 10
Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.
AI DOES
Generates ranked lists of tools, explains trade-offs, and flags compatibility issues
YOU DO
Weigh your team's strengths, budget, and long-term maintenance before deciding
TASK 11
Design and implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls and message encryption.
AI DOES
Suggests security configurations, generates firewall rules, explains encryption options, and scans code for common weaknesses
YOU DO
Judge real-world risk, pick the right tools for your system, and take responsibility for keeping users safe
TASK 12
Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.
AI DOES
Runs automated checks, flags broken links, spots code errors, and summarizes test results
YOU DO
Judge whether the site feels right to real users and decide which issues to fix first
TASK 13
Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.
AI DOES
Drafts requirement lists, summarizes user research, and suggests common technical solutions based on similar projects
YOU DO
Talk to real users, weigh competing needs, and decide what actually matters for this specific project
TASK 14
Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.
AI DOES
Drafts email replies, suggests response templates, and helps write automation scripts
YOU DO
Decide what policies to set and when a situation needs a real person
TASK 15
Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites.
AI DOES
Drafts clear support emails, summarizes error logs, and suggests questions to ask hosting agencies
YOU DO
Read the room, push back on vendors, and decide what tradeoffs to accept
TASK 16
Install and configure hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) servers and associated operating systems.
AI DOES
Drafts config files, explains setup steps, and suggests troubleshooting commands
YOU DO
Run commands on live servers and adapt to your specific environment
TASK 17
Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.
AI DOES
Drafts meeting agendas, summarizes trade-offs, and suggests solution options to bring to the table
YOU DO
Read team dynamics, build consensus, and make judgment calls when priorities clash
TASK 18SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
AI DOES
Generates code, layouts, and content from prompts
YOU DO
Shape the vision and user experience
About this analysis
54% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 19SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
AI DOES
Generates code snippets and boilerplate structures
YOU DO
Design the logic and debug wisely
About this analysis
49% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 20SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Create Web models or prototypes that include physical, interface, logical, or data models.
AI DOES
Generates wireframes and basic prototypes from descriptions
YOU DO
Design for real user needs and flow
About this analysis
49% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 21SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.
AI DOES
Suggests updates and tracks site performance
YOU DO
Decide priorities and user experience
About this analysis
44% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 22SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.
AI DOES
Generates schema designs and basic database code
YOU DO
Architect for performance and business needs
About this analysis
39% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 23SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
AI DOES
Scans code for syntax errors and standard violations
YOU DO
Judge trade-offs and architectural decisions
About this analysis
35% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 24SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Provide clear, detailed descriptions of Web site specifications, such as product features, activities, software, communication protocols, programming languages, and operating systems software and hardware.
AI DOES
Generates technical specs and feature lists
YOU DO
Tailor details to your audience's needs
About this analysis
32% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 25SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop system interaction or sequence diagrams.
AI DOES
Generates draft diagrams from requirements and descriptions
YOU DO
Design the flow and validate completeness
About this analysis
27% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 26SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites.
AI DOES
Generates strategy frameworks and integration plans
YOU DO
Shape vision and build stakeholder buy-in
About this analysis
26% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 27SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.
AI DOES
Suggests configurations and compares specs
YOU DO
Judge real needs and trade-offs
About this analysis
20% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 28SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Research, document, rate, or select alternatives for Web architecture or technologies.
AI DOES
Scans options and drafts comparison charts
YOU DO
Choose what fits your specific needs
About this analysis
17% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 29SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
AI DOES
Curates relevant articles, courses, and conference highlights
YOU DO
Choose what fits your goals and context
About this analysis
7% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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AT A GLANCE

Occupation: Web Developers
SOC code: 15-1254
Tasks reviewed: 29 of 29

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PAY & OUTLOOK

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Median pay (national): $92,650 · BLS OEWS 2025
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Job outlook: +7.5% by 2034 · ~5,400 openings/yr

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Your job, task by task.

Perform or direct Web site updates.

Renew domain name registrations.

Establish appropriate server directory trees.

Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.

Document test plans, testing procedures, or test results.

Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, and legal issues including accessibility and privacy.

Monitor security system performance logs to identify problems and notify security specialists when problems occur.

Recommend and implement performance improvements.

Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.

Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.

Design and implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls and message encryption.

Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.

Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.

Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.

Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites.

Install and configure hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) servers and associated operating systems.

Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.

Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.

Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.

Create Web models or prototypes that include physical, interface, logical, or data models.

Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.

Develop databases that support Web applications and Web sites.

Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.

Provide clear, detailed descriptions of Web site specifications, such as product features, activities, software, communication protocols, programming languages, and operating systems software and hardware.

Develop system interaction or sequence diagrams.

Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites.

Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.

Research, document, rate, or select alternatives for Web architecture or technologies.

Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.

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Use your judgment.