Web Technologies

Welcome to the MOOC Web Technologies—a practical and engaging journey into the world of website creation and digital interaction. This course is designed for students from all disciplines who wish to gain hands-on experience in building websites and web applications. In today’s interconnected world, web technologies are more than just a skill for IT professionals—they’re tools for communication, innovation, and problem-solving across every domain. Whether browsing a product catalog, submitting a college assignment, or checking examination results online, web technologies act as the invisible engine making it all possible. At the same time, for those aiming to promote a cause, launch a small business, support digital content, or broaden their technical expertise, understanding how the web works has become increasingly vital for learners of all disciplines. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the tools, languages, and technologies essential for developing modern, dynamic websites and web applications. It introduces the core concepts of the World Wide Web (WWW), client-server architecture, front-end and back-end development, scripting languages, and database integration. Students will gain practical skills that can be applied in real-time projects, mini-projects, and internships. Through hands-on learning, participants will build interactive, data-driven web solutions using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL. Course Outcomes · Explain the architecture, protocols, and technologies behind the functioning of the World Wide Web. · Apply HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to design responsive and user-friendly web interfaces. · Develop interactive and dynamic client-side features using JavaScript, DHTML, and AJAX. · Integrate server-side scripting with PHP and connect to MySQL databases to manage user data. · Build a complete web application that demonstrates end-to-end functionality from UI design to database operations.