Microsoft JavaScript Starter Kit Professional Certificate

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Microsoft JavaScript Starter Kit Professional Certificate

Master JavaScript Fundamentals. Master front-end development fundamentals by building web applications for your portfolio.

Instructor: Microsoft

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5 course series

Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 course series

Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Write syntactically correct JavaScript code using variables, data types, control structures, and functions to create interactive web applications.
Manipulate web page content by accessing and modifying HTML elements through the Document Object Model (DOM) and handling user events.
Apply professional development practices including debugging, testing, and code optimization to create maintainable JavaScript applications.

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Professional Certificate - 5 course series

Kickstart your career in Javascript development with our comprehensive Javascript Starter Kit. This program is perfect for beginners and experienced coders alike, covering all the essential tools and skills required to build professional web applications.

In this program, learners will master the fundamentals of JavaScript and delve into advanced topics such as API integration, modern frameworks, and responsive UI creation. By the end of these 5 courses, you will be well-versed in debugging and testing practices, proficient with browser developer tools, and capable of building and deploying portfolio-worthy web applications.

The demand for front-end developers continues to grow faster than average according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This program prepares you for roles like Javascript Developer, Front-End Developer, and Web Developer. Whether you aim to switch careers or advance in your current job, this certificate provides you credibility and practical experience.

Applied Learning Project

In Course 1, you'll learn JavaScript fundamentals while building an interactive text adventure game. You'll discover how to work with variables, control flow, functions, and data structures.

Course 2 introduces web development fundamentals, where you'll create a dynamic To-Do List application. You'll master HTML, CSS, and learn how JavaScript brings web pages to life through DOM manipulation.

By Course 3, you'll build a Restaurant Online Ordering System, learning modern JavaScript features, error handling, testing techniques, and API integrations.

Course 4 takes you into professional development tools and React, where you'll create a BookTrack application. You'll learn version control with Git, package management, and how to build component-based user interfaces with React.

In Course 5 you'll create an EventFlow Analytics Dashboard. You'll optimize performance, prepare for technical interviews, and compile a professional portfolio that showcases everything you've learned.

Introduction to JavaScript Programming

Course 124 hours

What you'll learn

Welcome to Introduction to JavaScript Programming, the first course in the JavaScript Starter Kit Professional Certificate program.

This course will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of programming using JavaScript, one of the world's most popular and versatile programming languages. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Write syntactically correct JavaScript code using professional development tools and best practices - Implement core programming concepts including variables, data types, control flow, and error handling - Design and create reusable functions and work with complex data structures like arrays and objects - Apply software development best practices including code organization, documentation, and debugging techniques - Build a complete text adventure game that demonstrates mastery of all JavaScript fundamentals For the final project in this course, you will progressively develop a fully functional text adventure game that combines all course concepts into a portfolio-ready application. You'll create character systems, implement combat mechanics, build interactive story paths, and manage complex data relationships using JavaScript. Throughout the development process, you'll learn to organize code professionally, handle user input validation, and create engaging user experiences that demonstrate real-world programming skills. This is a beginner-friendly course designed for learners who are new to programming. No prior programming experience is required. To succeed in this course, you should have basic computer literacy, comfort using a web browser, and enthusiasm for learning to code. The course uses an online development environment, so you can start coding immediately without any software installation requirements.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Computer Programming

Category: Javascript

Category: Web Development Tools

Category: Debugging

Category: Software Development

Category: Development Environment

Category: Video Game Development

Category: Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

Category: Web Applications

Category: Data Structures

Category: Program Development

Category: Programming Principles

Category: Data Validation

Web Development Fundamentals

Course 230 hours

What you'll learn

Welcome to Web Development Fundamentals, the second course in the JavaScript Starter Kit Professional Certificate program.

This course will introduce you to the essential technologies for modern web development, teaching you how to create professional, responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and DOM manipulation with JavaScript. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Create professional web page structures using semantic HTML elements and accessibility best practices - Implement responsive web designs using CSS properties and layout techniques that work across all device sizes - Develop dynamic web content using DOM manipulation and event handling to create interactive user experiences - Design and implement secure data management systems with proper form validation and XSS prevention - Build a complete To-Do List web application that demonstrates mastery of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript integration For the final project in this course, you will progressively develop a fully functional To-Do List web application that combines all web development fundamentals into a portfolio-ready project. You'll create semantic HTML structures, implement responsive CSS designs, build interactive features using DOM manipulation, handle user events and form submissions, and manage data persistence using browser storage. Throughout the development process, you'll learn to follow professional web standards, implement accessibility best practices, and create secure, user-friendly web applications that demonstrate real-world development skills. To succeed in this course, you should have programming experience with JavaScript variables, functions, control flow, and basic data structures. Familiarity with basic computer concepts and comfort using a web browser are also required. The course uses an online development environment, so you can start building web applications immediately.

Skills you'll gain

Category: HTML and CSS

Category: Web Applications

Category: Javascript

Category: Application Security

Category: Data Validation

Category: Responsive Web Design

Category: Semantic Web

Category: Web Design

Category: Front-End Web Development

Category: User Interface (UI)

Category: Web Development

Category: Data Storage Technologies

Category: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

JavaScript Data and Applications

Course 323 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Maintainability

Category: Application Programming Interface (API)

Category: JSON

Category: Web Applications

Category: Performance Tuning

Category: Restful API

Category: Unit Testing

Category: Software Testing

Category: Ajax

Category: Debugging

Category: Javascript

JavaScript Development Tools and React

Course 43 minutes

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Maintainability

Category: Development Testing

Category: Debugging

Category: Web Development Tools

Category: Code Review

Category: Software Development Tools

Category: Software Development

Category: Application Security

Category: React.js

Category: Software Testing

Category: Secure Coding

Category: JavaScript Frameworks

Category: Application Development

JavaScript Career Launch and Capstone

Course 50 minutes

What you'll learn

Enter the professional JavaScript ecosystem by mastering development tools and React fundamentals while building an Event Analytics Dashboard that utilizes React. Learn to manage project dependencies, implement version control, create component-based interfaces, and deploy to cloud services. Your journey culminates in practicing a technical interview, preparing your development portfolio, and updating your resume with what employers want to see.

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Frequently asked questions

This program prepares you for roles like Javascript Developer, Front-End Developer, and Web Developer. Whether you aim to switch careers or advance in your current job, this certificate provides the credibility and practical experience industry employers are looking for.

In this Professional Certificate, you'll master core JavaScript syntax, DOM manipulation, event handling, and data management. You'll learn to debug code using Microsoft Edge DevTools, build interactive web applications, implement asynchronous programming with APIs, create React components, and deploy applications to Azure cloud services. Through hands-on projects, you'll build a text adventure game, to-do list application, and weather dashboard while practicing professional development workflows.

Throughout this certificate program, you'll work with industry-standard tools including Visual Studio Code for writing code, Microsoft Edge DevTools for debugging, Git for version control, and npm for package management. You'll learn modern JavaScript ES6+ features, HTML5, CSS3, the Fetch API for data integration, and get introduced to React for building component-based applications. The program also covers deploying your applications to Azure Static Web Apps.

Absolutely! Each course in the JavaScript Starter Kit includes building practical applications that demonstrate professional JavaScript skills. You'll build a text adventure game, to-do list application, weather dashboard, and React components. By the end of the certificate program, you'll have experience with the complete development workflow—from planning and coding to testing, debugging, and deploying your applications to Azure cloud services. These projects will form a portfolio that showcases your JavaScript skills to potential employers.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Certificate, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Certificate. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.