Web and Digital Interface Designers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 20 (67%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 10 (33%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 0 (0%)

• Collaborate with web development professionals, such as front-end or back-end developers, to complete the full scope of Web development projects.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Communicate with network personnel or Web site hosting agencies to address hardware or software issues affecting Web sites.AI can speed this up on its own
• Create searchable indices for Web page content.AI can speed this up on its own
• Create Web models or prototypes that include physical, interface, logical, or data models.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Develop and document style guidelines for Web site content.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Develop system interaction or sequence diagrams.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Develop, validate, and document test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Document technical factors such as server load, bandwidth, database performance, and browser and device types.AI can speed this up on its own
• Identify or maintain links to and from other Web sites and check links to ensure proper functioning.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Identify problems uncovered by testing or customer feedback, and correct problems or refer problems to appropriate personnel for correction.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Perform or direct Web site updates.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Perform Web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any Web site or product revision.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• 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 can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Register Web sites with search engines to increase Web site traffic.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Select programming languages, design tools, or applications.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Write and edit technical documentation for digital interface products and designs, such as user manuals, testing protocols, and reports.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Collaborate with management or users to develop e-commerce strategies and to integrate these strategies with Web sites.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Conduct user research to determine design requirements and analyze user feedback to improve design quality.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Develop new visual design concepts and modify concepts based on stakeholder feedback.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Develop Web site maps, application models, image templates, or page templates that meet project goals, user needs, or industry standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Direct and execute pre-production activities, such as creating moodboards or storyboards and establishing a project timeline.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Incorporate technical considerations into Web site design plans, such as budgets, equipment, performance requirements, or legal issues including accessibility and privacy.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Research and apply innovative solutions for product design, visuals, and user experience to meet the needs of individual Web development projects.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Research, document, rate, or select alternatives for Web architecture or technologies.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use

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