Understanding Web Development Stacks

What is a "dev stack" in the context of web development?

• A collection of web browsers used for testing

• A set of tools, including database and server-side language combinations

• A list of programming languages for mobile app development

• A collection of HTML and CSS templates

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a part of a web stack?

• Web server software

• Database

• Server-side language

• Text editor

What is one of the main benefits of learning a single set of development tools thoroughly?

• It allows you to avoid learning new technologies

• It makes you faster, more efficient, and less error-prone

• It ensures your code will work on all browsers

• It guarantees higher salaries

Which server-side language and framework combination is mentioned as being suitable for larger sites?

• JavaScript and Node.js

• Python and Django

• PHP and Laravel

• Ruby and Rails

What is a key feature of the MongoDB database?

• It uses a system of tables with labeled rows and columns

• It allows data structures like JavaScript arrays and objects to be represented easily

• It is a relational database

• It is only compatible with PHP

Which web stack is described as being "time-tested" but "largely out-of-fashion"?

• MEAN

• LAMP

• MERN

• JAMstack

What was a significant issue with Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 6?

• It was too fast for most computers

• It ignored web standards, making cross-browser compatibility difficult

• It was only available on Mac OS

• It was open-source, leading to security vulnerabilities

Which tool is recommended for ensuring that your site displays correctly across all platforms and browsers?

• Use of a CSS reset

• Use of a single browser for testing

• Avoiding code validation

• Disabling JavaScript