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Web Development: A Primer

Delve into web development fundamentals, exploring HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and version control. Gain insights into essential web technologies to confidently pursue further learning and projects.

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33 Lessons21 Quizzes

Introduction

Get familiar with essential web development concepts for learners with basic programming knowledge.

Who This Course is for?

Networks

Discover the logic behind web communication, TCP/IP, packet transmission, and DNS resolution.

What is the Web?

How Does It Work?

How Data Finds its Way?

Life of a Packet

Databases

4 Lessons

Master the steps to efficiently use SQL and NoSQL databases, plus web caching.

The Front End

4 Lessons

Find out about front-end web development, HTML structuring, CSS styling, and JavaScript interactivity.

The Back End

4 Lessons

Deepen your knowledge of servers, microservices, back-end programming, and Node.js for scalable web applications.

Web Development Frameworks

5 Lessons

Follow the process of understanding web frameworks, from front-end to back-end, including isomorphic frameworks and software stacks.

Version Control with Git

4 Lessons

Practice using the command line, Git, and GitHub for effective version control.

Creating an Online CV with HTML and CSS

Project

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Principles of Software Engineering

5 Lessons

Break down key software engineering principles, models, and methodologies for effective web development.

Conclusion

2 Lessons

Look at your journey in web development and explore future learning opportunities.

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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Developed by MAANG Engineers

Every Educative lesson is designed by a team of ex-MAANG software engineers and PhD computer science educators, and developed in consultation with developers and data scientists working at Meta, Google, and more. Our mission is to get you hands-on with the necessary skills to stay ahead in a constantly changing industry. No video, no fluff. Just interactive, project-based learning with personalized feedback that adapts to your goals and experience.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

If you're interested in getting into web development, this course is the perfect place to start -- whether you're a high-schooler looking to learn a new skill, or an entrepreneur who wants to build their own website. The course encompasses everything from the basics of networks to the principles of front-end web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. After taking this course, not only will you be comfortable learning any web technology, but you'll also have a better idea of what different technologies are out there and what you'll want to learn. You'll also become familiar with version control systems, which are a global industry standard.

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