COVID-19's Influence on Web Application Development: A Comparative Study of Pre- and Post-Pandemic Trends

Mohanambigai Senthilkumaran

Diplomová práce

Abstract:

The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a transformative force, compelling businesses and consumers to rapidly adopt digital technologies. This thesis evaluates the impact of the pandemic on web application development by contrasting pre-pandemic norms with post-pandemic innovations and adoption patterns. It demonstrates that the crisis expedited trends such as remote work, telemedicine, e-learning, and e-commerce, which were previously evolving at a slower pace. Pre-Pandemic Trends: Prior to the pandemic, web application development was characterized by gradual improvements in user experience, functionality, and accessibility. Trends such as responsive design, progressive web apps (PWAs), and single-page applications (SPAs) were gaining momentum, driven primarily by e-commerce and enterprise-level needs. Key challenges included: Gradual Adoption: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were hesitant to invest in digital tools due to resource constraints. Static Growth in Telemedicine and Online Education: Limited regulatory support and infrastructure inhibited the growth of telemedicine and online learning platforms. Focus on Convenience Over Necessity: Web applications were often seen as value-adds rather than essential services. Post-Pandemic Trends: The pandemic disrupted this trajectory, making web applications a critical enabler for business continuity, education, and healthcare. Significant shifts included: Acceleration of Digital Transformation: The need for remote access to services led to rapid advancements in web application capabilities. Adoption Across Demographics: New user groups, including older populations and technologically hesitant individuals, embraced web applications out of necessity. Focus on Scalability and Security: Web applications evolved to handle surging user demands and address heightened cybersecurity risks. Policy Support: Governments, including the Czech Republic, introduced incentives and regulatory frameworks to facilitate digital adoption.

Keywords

Web Application, Covid-19, Development, E-Commerce, Economic Growth, Online Education

Jazyk práce: angličtina

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 3. 12. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 7. 2. 2025
• Vedoucí: doc. Ing. Vojtěch Merunka, Ph.D.
• Oponent: Martin Molhanec, Bc., externi

Česká zemědělská univerzita v Praze

Provozně ekonomická fakulta

Magisterský studijní program:
Economics and Management