This course covers the essential building blocks of web development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You'll learn responsive design, web accessibility, and how to use Git and Microsoft Copilot to collaborate and build small web projects efficiently.
Introduction to Web Development
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Introduction to Web Development
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Instructor: Microsoft
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37 hours to complete
3 weeks at 12 hours a week
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There are 5 modules in this course
In this module, you'll learn the basics of HTML, including its structure, key elements, and role in web development. You'll understand how HTML interacts with CSS and JavaScript and why semantic HTML is important for accessibility. By the end, you'll create simple web pages, applying your foundational HTML skills through hands-on exercises.
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24 videos10 readings6 assignments2 ungraded labs2 plugins
In this module, you'll learn the core concepts and syntax of CSS, focusing on how it's used to style and layout web pages. You'll explore responsive web design techniques to ensure websites work seamlessly across different devices and screen sizes. The module also covers key web accessibility features, their importance, and advanced CSS techniques. By the end, you'll apply these skills to design a fully responsive and accessible web page using CSS.
What's included
17 videos6 readings6 assignments1 ungraded lab1 plugin
In this module, you'll learn the basic syntax and constructs of JavaScript, with a focus on using it to manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM). You'll explore key concepts like functions, scope, and asynchronous programming. The module also covers advanced JavaScript techniques and managing data with JSON. By the end, you'll have a solid foundation in JavaScript for building dynamic and interactive web pages.
What's included
15 videos13 readings7 assignments5 ungraded labs5 plugins
In this module, you'll learn the foundational concepts of version control, with a focus on Git for managing code changes. You'll explore the basic Git commands and how to use GitHub for collaborative development. You'll also learn how to integrate Git with development tools and IDEs, along with advanced techniques for managing repositories. By the end, you'll be ready to work efficiently on team-based projects using Git and GitHub.
What's included
12 videos9 readings9 assignments1 plugin
In this module, you'll explore the features and functionalities of Microsoft Copilot for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript development. You'll learn how to use Copilot to write and enhance code for each of these languages, streamlining your development process. By the end, you'll apply what you've learned to develop a small web project, utilizing Microsoft Copilot to assist with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript integration.
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11 videos5 assignments1 peer review
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