Web Development Essentials

Course Overview

Course Title: Web Development Essentials

Duration: 12 Weeks

Description: This three-month course is designed for individuals aspiring to acquire essential skills in web development. Participants will explore core concepts, languages, and tools used in web development. Through hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and detailed tutorials, participants will gain proficiency in building and maintaining websites.

Detailed Course Outline

Weeks 1-2: Introduction to Web Development

• Understanding the Basics

  • Overview of web development concepts, including frontend and backend development.
  • Introduction to the three core technologies: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Setting Up Development Environment

  • Installing code editors (e.g., Visual Studio Code) and browsers for testing.
  • Introduction to version control with Git and basic commands for managing code.

Weeks 3-4: HTML and CSS Fundamentals

• HTML Fundamentals

  • Structure of HTML documents: elements, attributes, and nesting.
  • Understanding semantic HTML and its importance for accessibility and SEO.

• CSS Fundamentals

  • Styling HTML elements with CSS: selectors, properties, and values.
  • Layout techniques including Flexbox and CSS Grid for positioning elements.

Weeks 5-6: Responsive Web Design and Frameworks

• Responsive Web Design

  • Introduction to responsive design principles and the importance of mobile-first design.
  • Implementing media queries and flexible grid systems to adapt layouts.

• Introduction to Frontend Frameworks

  • Overview of popular frontend frameworks like Bootstrap and their advantages.
  • Using frameworks to streamline development and maintain consistency.

Weeks 7-8: JavaScript Basics and DOM Manipulation

• Introduction to JavaScript

  • Understanding variables, data types, operators, and control flow (if statements, loops).
  • Functions, arrays, and objects as fundamental building blocks of JavaScript.

• Document Object Model (DOM) Manipulation

  • Interacting with the DOM using JavaScript: selecting and modifying elements.
  • Event handling techniques for creating interactive web pages.

Weeks 9-10: Backend Development with Node.js

• Introduction to Backend Development

  • Overview of server-side programming and its role in web applications.
  • Introduction to Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) for managing dependencies.

• Building a Simple Backend Server

  • Creating a basic server with Node.js and Express.js.
  • Handling HTTP requests and responses, including GET and POST methods.

Weeks 11-12: Database Basics and Project Work

• Introduction to Databases

  • Overview of relational databases and their structures (tables, rows, columns).
  • Writing basic SQL queries for data manipulation (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE).

• Project Work and Portfolio Development

  • Applying learned concepts to a real-world project, integrating frontend and backend skills.
  • Building a portfolio showcasing web development skills and project work for future employment opportunities.

Evaluation and Assessment

Participants will be assessed through:

• Practical coding assignments throughout the course.
• A final project demonstrating comprehensive skills in web development.
• A portfolio presentation to showcase individual projects and learning outcomes.