Full Stack refers to a software developer who can work on both the front-end and back-end aspects in software development and has a wide range of technical skills. Full Stack developers can develop, manage, and be responsible for all layers of an application – including the user interface, server-side logic, database operations, and infrastructure.
A Full Stack developer may have the following skills:
- Front-end Development: They can create user interfaces using technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Additionally, they are knowledgeable about modern front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
- Back-end Development: They can create and manage server-side application logic. This includes interacting with databases, user authentication, session management, and business logic using a server-side programming language or framework (e.g., Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, ASP.NET).
- Database Management: They can create, manage, and write queries for databases. They have knowledge of both relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
- Version Control and Management: They can manage code using version control systems (e.g., Git). They can track application versions and manage distribution.
- Infrastructure and Deployment Management: They can manage the deployment and infrastructure of an application. This includes using cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), server configuration, network management, and security settings.
Full Stack developers are often preferred for small to medium-sized projects or startups due to their versatility. In such projects, it may be necessary for one person to handle both front-end and back-end development and take care of all aspects of the application.