Overview

This course 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. In this course, you'll dive into the essentials of web development by mastering HTML, the building block of websites. You'll learn how to create structured, semantic web pages using a variety of HTML tags and elements. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to create your own basic websites, from simple "About Me" pages to more complex projects like the "Collectors" web page. You'll get hands-on experience as you work through engaging projects, such as building a ninja turtle site and showcasing a Pokémon collection. The course starts with an introduction to setting up your development environment, followed by an overview of basic HTML tags. You’ll learn how to organize content with headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables. As you progress, you’ll explore more advanced HTML topics such as interactive forms, anchor tags, and image elements. By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to properly structure an HTML page, work with block-level and inline elements, and apply semantic HTML for improved accessibility and SEO. This course is perfect for beginners with no prior web development experience. It’s structured to guide you step-by-step as you build your skills, starting with simple concepts and advancing to more complex projects. The course is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in HTML so that you can begin your web development journey with confidence.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will introduce the course and outline what you can expect to learn. You’ll set up the development environment by installing VS Code and explore helpful resources to enhance your learning experience. Lastly, you’ll download the necessary materials to begin working on your projects.

Basic HTML Tags

In this module, we will introduce essential HTML tags like headings, paragraphs, and lists for structuring content. We’ll also dive into text formatting and tables to improve content presentation. You’ll then apply these concepts to create your first simple web page in the "About Me" project.

Advanced HTML Tags

In this module, we will explore advanced HTML tags, including anchor tags for linking, image tags for adding media, and interactive elements like buttons and input fields. You'll use these features in the "Collectors" project, where you’ll build a website to showcase a collection.

Organized HTML

In this module, we will focus on organizing HTML content for better readability and maintainability. You’ll learn how to use block-level and inline elements, along with div and span tags, to structure and style your web pages effectively. These techniques will be applied to organize the "Collectors" project for improved navigation and design.

Semantic HTML

In this module, we will delve into semantic HTML tags to give structure and meaning to your web pages. You’ll apply these tags to create an accessible and well-organized "Ninja Turtle" website, improving both user experience and SEO. Finally, you will complete a project to demonstrate your understanding of semantic HTML.