Back-end developers are the experts who build and maintain the mechanisms that process data and perform actions on websites.

What does a Back-end developer do?

Responsibilities of a back-end developer can include working with:

• Database creation, integration, and management

• Back-end frameworks to build server-side software

• Web server technologies

• Cloud computing integration

• Server-side programming languages

• Operating systems

• Content management system development, deployment, and maintenance

• API integration

• Security settings and hacking prevents

• Reporting — generating analytics and statistics

• Backing up and restoring technologies for a website’s files and DB

Pros and Cons of being a Back-End Developer

Pros:

• Great pay.

• A lot of work opportunities.

• Fulfilling work.

• You never stop learning and growing.

• Great and helpful community.

• A lot of resources are available if you ever get stuck at something.

Cons:

• Employ the right frameworks.

• Organize your codebase.

How to become a Back-End Developer

Salary of a Back-End Developer