How the Metaverse is Changing Web Development
Tags: metaverse, webdev
Published: 2022-01-02 10:57:44


The internet is no longer just text and pictures. With the development of new technologies like Virtual Reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, the future of web development is changing. With these new technologies, we are looking at a world where more than just images will be available on websites. We are looking at a world where people can interact with 3D images. Read on to learn how this new technology is changing the game for web developers.

## Web Development in the New World
The next generation of web development is a paradigm shift in the world of online marketing.

3D content, otherwise known as 3D Web Content, is becoming more and more popular. Websites are now able to take advantage of their new capabilities with the help of tools like WebGL, WebVR, and WebAR to create interactive content that really engages viewers.

The future of web development doesn't just mean 3D content — it also means mixed reality and augmented reality. This means that users will be able to interact with virtual objects on websites that have been placed into the real world. For example, companies can create virtual products or virtual installations on websites and then place those objects into physical spaces for people to experience them firsthand.

This opens up so many possibilities for web development in the future. With the addition of these new technologies, we are looking at an entirely different landscape for website design and development than what has come before it.

## The Virtual Reality Difference
Virtual Reality is not just a new platform for entertainment, although it has been used for that as well. It has also been used to create business applications and products that provide value to the customer. In other words, VR can be used in a variety of industries from health care, education, real estate and manufacturing.

With the world's first virtual reality headset, Google Cardboard, being released in 2014, there is no doubt that Virtual Reality will continue to change the web development landscape.

Let's take a look at what you can expect from VR in your next website redesign or web application development project:

- Increased User Engagement: VR allows users to engage with digital products in a more immersive way than they've ever done before. It also allows them to experience things in a more personal way by having them virtually visit places they might have never seen before.
- Clarity: Users are able to see clearly where they're looking because of the lack of blurriness caused by using screens on desktop computers or devices like smartphones. With VR headsets like Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, users are able to see everything without any obstructions--making it easier for them to focus on what they're doing.
- Flexibility: Because of the 3D environment, users are able to see objects in different dimensions and angles, which gives them totally new opportunities.

## Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality
are changing the future of web development

The rapid increase in developments in augmented reality and mixed reality has changed the way developers approach web development. With these new technologies, we are looking for a more immersive experience online. For example, users will be able to walk into a virtual world and interact with 3D images on websites.

For web developers, this means that they need to design websites that work on this new technology or they won't be as engaging as they should be. If your website doesn't have room for these new technologies, then you are losing out on engaging customers and potential clients.
Because of these changes in the industry, web developers need to get off their butts and start investing in augmented and mixed reality technologies.

## How AR and MR are Impacting Design
While the internet is still primarily text and pictures, we are now seeing a lot more than just those two things. With the development of new technologies, like augmented reality and mixed reality, we are seeing a world where more than just images will be available on websites. This has been an especially important development for web design because it opens up our creativity and allows us to create better sites in less time.

With these new technologies, designers can now use imagery that feels real. We can create content that is not only visually stunning but also experiential or interactive. But this doesn't mean that all websites are going to change overnight. In order to utilize these new technologies properly, you need to make sure you have the necessary skillsets and tech knowledge to do so successfully.

## Finishing Thoughts.
The future of web development is changing. With the development of new technologies like Virtual Reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, a world where people can interact with 3D images is on the horizon.

These new technologies are making it possible for developers to create an immersive experience that will allow users to have a more intimate connection with websites.

However, this technology isn't without its problems. For one thing, these types of websites are difficult to build and maintain because they require skills in both traditional and emerging technologies. And while these technologies are still a long way off from becoming mainstream (as evidenced by the lack of any major companies currently using them), we're excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for web developers!

Originally posted at [hotsnow.fi](https://hotsnow.fi/hotsnow-blog-workshtml/tpost/lvznxx4si1-how-the-metaverse-is-changing-web-develo)