Course Title: Web Development for Beginners

Introduction:

This course is designed for absolute beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of web development. Whether you're aspiring to become a web developer or simply interested in understanding how websites work, this course will guide you step-by-step through the key concepts, technologies, and tools used in web development. By the end of this course, you'll be able to create your own basic websites (including contact form) and understand the essential building blocks of the web.

What You Will Learn:

• The basic structure of the web and how browsers work
• Core web development technologies: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• How to create responsive and interactive websites
• Best practices for web development, including debugging and code organization
• Introduction to web design principles and user experience (UX)

Target Audience:

• Aspiring web developers with no prior programming experience
• Students or professionals looking to gain practical web development skills
• Individuals interested in learning how to build websites and web applications

What you need:

• Computer (Laptop / Desktop) for practical
• Internet
• HTML Text Editor (we recommend Visual Studio VS Code or Sublime Text Editor)

Module 1: Introduction to Web Development

Module Description:

This module introduces you to the basics of web development. You’ll learn how the web works, the roles of web browsers, and the primary languages used to create websites. This module also covers HTML and CSS, the foundational technologies for building and styling web pages.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the basic structure and functioning of the internet and web browsers
• Learn HTML to structure web pages
• Understand the role of CSS in styling web pages
• Gain practical skills in building your first basic web page

Topics Covered:

1. Introduction to the Web
2. Overview of Web Development
3. Getting Started with HTML
4. Creating Your First Web Page
5. Introduction to CSS
6. Basic CSS Styling
7. CSS Selectors and Properties
8. Building a Simple Layout
9. Responsive Design Introduction
10. Project: Building a Personal Web Page

Combine HTML and CSS to build a personal portfolio page

Module 2: Introduction to JavaScript and Interactivity

Module Description:

This module introduces JavaScript, the programming language that adds interactivity and functionality to web pages. You’ll learn the basic syntax of JavaScript and how to use it to interact with the elements of a webpage. This module also covers the Document Object Model (DOM) and how to manipulate it.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of JavaScript and its syntax
• Learn how to add interactivity to your web pages using JavaScript
• Use JavaScript to manipulate web page elements (DOM)
• Understand basic debugging techniques

Topics Covered:

1. What is JavaScript?
2. JavaScript Basics
3. Control Flow in JavaScript
4. Functions in JavaScript
5. Working with the DOM
6. Event Handling
7. Forms and Validation
8. Introduction to Debugging
9. Introduction to JavaScript Libraries
10. Project: Interactive Web Page

Adding JavaScript interactivity to your personal web page (e.g., form validation, dynamic content updates)

Module 3: Advanced Web Development Concepts

Module Description:

This module covers more advanced web development concepts, including an introduction to web frameworks, version control, and deployment. You’ll learn how to work with Git for version control and get hands-on experience deploying a website online.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand version control with Git and GitHub
• Learn about web frameworks and their benefits
• Get hands-on experience with website deployment
• Understand the basics of building more dynamic websites

Topics Covered:

1. Introduction to Git and Version Control
2. Using GitHub for Collaboration
3. Introduction to Web Frameworks
4. Building Responsive Web Designs
5. Introduction to JavaScript Frameworks
6. Working with APIs
7. Website Deployment Basics
8. Introduction to Web Performance Optimization
9. Security Basics for Web Development
10. Final Project: Full Website Deployment

Combine all learned concepts to deploy a fully functional website

Course Conclusion:

By completing this course, you’ll have gained the foundational skills necessary to start building web pages and applications from scratch. You will understand the core technologies of web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Git, and be able to deploy websites to the web. As you continue your learning journey, you will be prepared to dive deeper into more advanced topics, such as server-side development, databases, and web frameworks.