Ask the Experts: Your Top Web Development Questions—Answered

Welcome to another edition of our Ask Expert Series, where we answer the most pressing questions from founders, marketers, and product teams navigating modern web development.

This FAQ compilation draws directly from conversations we’ve had with Tapflare clients—from startups building their first platform to growing brands trying to scale a legacy site. If you’re planning a new build or auditing an old one, these expert insights will help you make smarter decisions.

1. “What’s the best platform to build a website on?”

Short answer: It depends on your content needs, scalability, and internal workflows.

In 2025, we commonly build using:

• WordPress – Best for content-heavy websites with strong SEO needs
• Webflow – Excellent for design flexibility and fast marketing sites
• Framer – A great choice for lean, modern landing pages
• Shopify – The leading choice for eCommerce

At Tapflare, we tailor the platform based on your goals. Our developers are also proficient in front-end technologies and can adapt to whichever platform your team prefers.

Learn more in Building a Startup Website: Expert Insights to Propel Your Success.

2. “How long does it take to launch a new site?”

Most Tapflare client sites take 4–8 weeks depending on size and complexity. Factors that slow down launches include:

• Undefined scope or feature creep
• Lack of finalized content
• Incomplete brand assets or design files
• Mid-project tech changes (e.g., switching CMS)

We discuss the launch timeline—and how to avoid delays—in Mastering Startup Website Design: Expert Q&A.

3. “Is SEO something I can add after launch?”

No. SEO should be baked into your site architecture from Day 1. Here's why:

• Search engines favor clean, structured HTML
• URL slugs, title tags, and heading hierarchy matter
• Page speed and accessibility affect rankings
• Schema markup boosts visibility in rich results

Tools like Google Lighthouse and Ahrefs Site Audit are great for ensuring your build is technically sound.

4. “What’s the difference between web design and development?”

Design defines layout, colors, branding, and user flows. Development brings those designs to life using the chosen CMS or platform.

A strong handoff between design and development is key. Learn more in Mastering AI Website Development: Essential Q&A.

5. “Can I use AI tools to build my website faster?”

You can—but not without trade-offs. AI tools like Wix ADI, Framer AI, or ChatGPT can generate basic structures. But for custom branding, SEO, accessibility, and performance—real developers are still critical. Tapflare blends AI acceleration with human expertise to deliver scalable, clean builds.

We explore AI myths in Debunking Common Myths in AI Website Development.

External Resources Our Dev Team Recommends

• WordPress.org – The most popular open-source CMS
• Webflow University – Excellent training and inspiration
• Framer Academy – Great for learning their site builder
• Shopify Dev Docs – For building and customizing Shopify stores

Internal Tapflare Articles to Explore

• Building a Startup Website: Expert Insights
• Mastering Startup Website Design: Expert Q&A
• Mastering AI Website Development: Essential Q&A
• Debunking Common Myths in AI Website Development

Final Thoughts

Building a modern website means understanding more than code—it means making decisions about platform choice, SEO, scalability, and maintenance. We hope this FAQ helped bring clarity to the process.

Got your own web development question? Submit it for the next Ask Expert Series or reach out to the Tapflare team to get tailored advice.