Overview

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course is designed to introduce you to the foundational technologies used in web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap. You will gain hands-on experience in creating visually appealing, functional websites, learning everything from coding your first HTML page to deploying your site online. In the first section, you'll explore the basics of web development and the core technologies involved, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The course will guide you through setting up your development environment, installing and configuring Visual Studio Code, and getting familiar with the best tools for efficient coding. You'll progress into creating and structuring websites by learning how to design web pages with HTML and enhance them using CSS for visual styling. You'll dive deeper into JavaScript to add interactivity and use the Bootstrap framework to streamline and improve the design process for responsive websites. By the end of the course, you'll have a fully functional website ready for deployment. This course is perfect for beginners who are eager to learn the basics of website development and want to dive into the world of web technologies. No prior experience is required, making it accessible for anyone interested in becoming a web developer. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, so you’ll gain practical experience that can be applied in real-world web development projects.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will introduce you to the fundamental aspects of website development. You will learn about the primary technologies that shape the web, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. By the end, you'll understand why these tools are essential for creating and styling web pages, and how mastering them can unlock numerous career paths.

Environment Setup

In this module, we will guide you through the process of setting up a professional web development environment. From installing Visual Studio Code and Git to creating a local workspace synchronized with GitHub, we will ensure that you are equipped to develop and manage your projects efficiently.

Basic HTML

In this module, we will introduce you to HTML, the backbone of all web pages. You will learn how to structure content, add images and forms, and organize data with tables. By mastering these basics, you will lay the foundation for creating interactive and visually rich websites.

Cascading Style Sheets

In this module, we will explore CSS, the language responsible for making web pages visually attractive. You’ll learn how to implement different types of CSS to style your content effectively, ensuring your website is both functional and aesthetically pleasing across devices.

JavaScript

In this module, we will dive into JavaScript, the programming language that adds interactivity to websites. You will learn key concepts like variables, functions, and loops, and how to use JavaScript to dynamically alter web content in response to user actions.

Web Development with the Bootstrap Framework

In this module, we will introduce you to Bootstrap, a popular front-end framework that simplifies creating responsive and mobile-first websites. You will learn how to use Bootstrap's pre-built components to enhance your site's design and functionality, streamlining your web development process.

Publishing Your Website

In this module, we will guide you through the process of publishing your website. You will learn how to host your site using Netlify, automate deployments with GitHub, and explore advanced hosting features like custom domains and HTTPS for a secure online presence.

Conclusion

In this module, we will recap the key topics covered in the course, from basic HTML and CSS to advanced JavaScript and Bootstrap. We’ll provide guidance on how to continue refining your skills and offer advice on next steps for advancing your web development journey.