Introduction to programming: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
This comprehensive course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in frontend web development, focusing on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience with web development, this course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to create modern, interactive websites and web applications.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of web development and how the internet works.
- Master HTML to create the structure and content of web pages.
- Learn CSS to style and design web pages, including responsive layouts.
- Gain proficiency in JavaScript to add interactivity and dynamic functionality to websites.
- Explore advanced topics such as DOM manipulation, asynchronous programming, and working with APIs.
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through hands-on projects and exercises.
- Build a portfolio of web projects to showcase your skills to potential employers or clients.
Course Outline:
- Week 1-2: Introduction to Web Development
- Basics of the internet
- Introduction to HTML: structure, elements, and tags
- Hands-on exercises: creating simple web pages
- Week 3-4: Building Layouts with CSS
- Introduction to CSS: syntax, selectors, and properties
- Styling text, backgrounds, and borders
- Responsive design principles using Flexbox and CSS Grid
- Week 5-6: Intermediate CSS Techniques
- CSS transitions and animations
- Responsive web design with media queries
- Introduction to CSS preprocessors and frameworks
- Week 7-8: Introduction to JavaScript
- Basics of JavaScript syntax and data types
- DOM manipulation and event handling
- Basic form validation
- Week 9-10: Intermediate JavaScript
- Object-oriented programming in JavaScript
- Asynchronous JavaScript with promises and Fetch API
- Introduction to JavaScript libraries/frameworks
- Week 11-12: Advanced Topics and Project
- Version control with Git
- Introduction to a JavaScript framework/library (e.g., React, Vue.js)
- Final project: develop a small web application
Target Audience:
This course is ideal for aspiring web developers, designers, or anyone interested in building websites and web applications. No prior experience is required, although basic familiarity with using computers and the internet is recommended.
Teaching Methodology:
The course will be delivered through a combination of lectures, hands-on coding exercises, group discussions, and projects. Students will have access to online resources, tutorials, and additional reading materials to support their learning. Regular feedback and code reviews will be provided to help students improve their coding skills.
Assessment and Certification:
Assessment will be based on completion of assignments, projects, quizzes, and a final project. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion, recognizing their proficiency in frontend web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Prerequisites:
There are no specific prerequisites for this course. However, a strong desire to learn and enthusiasm for web development is essential. Students should have access to a computer with internet connectivity and a code editor for practicing coding exercises and projects.
Instructor:
The course will be taught by experienced web developers with a passion for teaching and mentoring. Our instructors bring real-world industry experience and expertise to the classroom, ensuring a practical and engaging learning experience for students.
Conclusion:
By the end of this course, students will have the skills and confidence to create professional-quality websites and web applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Whether you're looking to start a career in web development or enhance your existing skills, this course will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed in the rapidly evolving field of frontend web development.
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 36 Lessons
- 80h Duration
Introduction to Web Development
- Introduction to web development
- Introduction to HTML
- Structure of an HTML document
- HTML elements and tags
- Text formatting with HTML
- Lists, links, and images
Building Layouts with CSS
- Introduction to CSS
- Syntax and basic selectors
- Styling text, backgrounds, and borders
- Understanding the box model
- CSS positioning: static, relative, absolute, fixed
- Responsive design principles
- Flexbox and CSS Grid for layout
- Hands-on exercises and projects to create simple web layouts
Intermediate CSS Techniques
- CSS transitions and animations
- CSS preprocessors (e.g., Sass)
- Responsive web design principles
- Media queries for responsive design
- Introduction to Bootstrap or other CSS frameworks
Introduction to JavaScript
- Introduction to JavaScript
- Basics of JavaScript syntax and data types
- Variables, operators, and control structures
- Functions and scope
- DOM manipulation with JavaScript
- Events and event handling
- Basic form validation with JavaScript
- Hands-on exercises and projects to enhance HTML/CSS pages with JavaScript functionality
- Introduction to JavaScript libraries/frameworks (e.g., jQuery)
Source code version control and project collaboration with others
- Introduction to version control with Git
- Github setup
- Creating PR (pull request)
- Branching in GIT
- Code review and merging PR
- Git resolving merge conflicts
- Git commands and uses
- Students will develop a small web application using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, demonstrating the skills learned throughout the course