Become a Web Developer

SKILL PATH

Become a Web Developer

This Skill Path is essentially a web development roadmap, exploring programming paradigms and technologies from web basics to advanced web development with PHP. You’ll gain essential skills for a web developer, covering web page design, HTML, HTML tags, CSS, CSS layouts, and JavaScript through practical applications and hands-on projects. You’ll tackle back-end fundamentals, mastering databases, SQL, and PHP to create dynamic, data-driven applications. The capstone project, a microblogging app, brings it all together, letting you apply your full-stack knowledge to build a complete application. Finally, the path wraps up with interview prep to ensure you’re ready for technical interviews. By the end, you’ll have a portfolio of projects, essential web dev skills, and the confidence to succeed in the field.

105 hours

469 Lessons

Learning Objectives

Skills in HTML and CSS for effective web page design as part of your Web Development Roadmap.

An understanding of relational databases and SQL operations crucial for a web developer.

Build and customize websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL and PHP.

A solid foundation in fundamental programming concepts with JavaScript and PHP for comprehensive web development skills.

Path Content

Module 1

Web Development Roadmap

Learn web development by exploring the internet, HTTP vs. HTTPS, and frontend and backend roles. Apply your skills by building a microblogging site, following the web development roadmap.

Module 2

Learn HTML

Learn the basics of HTML5, improve user experience with semantic elements, integrate multimedia, and build and process web forms. Master HTML tags, HTML headings, HTML forms, and more.

Module 3

Learn CSS

Learn core CSS principles, master CSS layout techniques, explore CSS positioning, work with typography fonts, and refine your understanding of the CSS box model and responsive CSS design.

Module 4

Project: Web Page Design for a Movie Order

Design a movie order page while exploring the fundamentals of web page design, using HTML tags and CSS web design techniques to create visually appealing and functional layouts.

Module 5

Learn JavaScript

This module is an introduction to JavaScript for beginners, it focuses on JavaScript for web development. Learners will explore fundamental concepts using basic JavaScript programs.

Module 6

JavaScript Fundamentals

Learn JavaScript fundamentals, including operators, types, conditional statements, arrays, loops, functions, and scope to effectively solve real-world problems.

Module 7

JavaScript Game Development

Get hands-on with JavaScript game development by building Tetris, game loops, graphics, and collision detection to create a fully functional game and boost your skills as a JavaScript developer.

Module 8

Learn SQL

Gain SQL knowledge from relational databases. Learn to write and optimize SQL queries, explore SQL joins, and effectively manage data within SQL databases.

Module 9

Learn PHP

Explore WordPress development, from foundational setup to customization and plugin creation, while learning core PHP concepts like PHP variables, PHP loops, PHP functions, and more.

Module 10

PHP Fundamentals

Learn how to use modern PHP and web technologies like POST requests, forms, sessions, and redirects to build dynamic PHP web applications with authentication.

Module 11

Capstone Project: Build a Microblogging App

Learn how to develop CRUD operations in microblogging apps using PHP, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.

Module 12

Web Development Interview Questions

Prepare for web development interviews with a comprehensive review of key technologies, enhanced through practical exercises and project-based learning.

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I prefer Educative courses because they have a nice mix of text & images. I find that with full video courses, it can often be too easy to go into passive learning mode.

Clifford Fajardo

What Our Learners Say

Your method is simple, straight to the point and I can practice with it everywhere, even from my phone, that's something I have never had in other learning platforms.

Felipe Matheus

I highly recommend Educative. The courses are well organized and easy to understand.

Adina Ong

I prefer Educative courses because they have a nice mix of text & images. I find that with full video courses, it can often be too easy to go into passive learning mode.

Clifford Fajardo

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to becoming a web developer?

Learn web development basics (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript).
Understand front-end and back-end development roles.
Gain knowledge in databases and SQL for handling data.
Learn PHP for back-end development.
Build projects like a microblogging app to apply skills.
Prepare for technical interviews with common web development questions.

How long does it take to become a web developer?

The time to become a web developer varies, but typically, it takes about 6 months to a year with consistent learning and project work to gain foundational skills and build a portfolio.

What are the requirements to become a web developer?

Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Knowledge of databases and SQL.
Familiarity with PHP for back-end development.
Hands-on experience building websites and web applications.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug code.

How much does a web developer earn?

The salary for web developers varies by location, experience, and skills, but the average salary in the U.S. is around $50,000 to $75,000 annually. It can increase significantly with more experience and specialization.

Can you become a web developer without a degree?

Yes, you can become a web developer without a formal degree. Many successful web developers have learned through self-study, coding bootcamps, or online courses, such as the one you’re working on. A strong portfolio showcasing your skills can be more important than a degree in this field.

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