Overview

This beginner-friendly Specialization guides you through the essential skills of front-end web development. You’ll start by learning HTML and CSS to structure and style your pages, then move on to creating responsive layouts that look great on any device. In the final course, you’ll complete a real-world website project, applying everything you've learned to build and launch a professional-quality site. Along the way, you’ll gain experience with Git and GitHub for version control, and use AI tools to enhance your coding workflow. Whether you’re a DIY learner building a personal project, a designer bringing mockups to life, or a coder looking to sharpen your front-end skills, this Specialization gives you the tools and confidence to go from idea to live website.

Syllabus

Course 1: Building Web Pages with HTML & CSS
Course 2: Creating Responsive Websites for Any Device
Course 3: Guided Website Development Project

Courses

3 reviews
9 hours 27 minutes
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If you’re ready to dive into the world of web development, this course is your launchpad. Whether you’re a graphic designer itching to build the sites you mock up, an instructional designer wanting to finesse HTML in your LMS, an entrepreneur looking to put your business online, or just developing skills for a side hustle—this course is for you. Taught by real-deal front-end developers who’ve cut their teeth on websites for top tech and e-tail companies, you’re learning from the best right here in Seattle. This course covers the essentials, guiding you through single-page HTML and CSS files. You’ll get hands-on with Git and GitHub, learning version control and how to host your projects like a pro on GitHub Pages. And it doesn’t stop there—your instructors are packed with insider tips, straight from years of industry experience, to give you a leg up. By the end, you’ll not only know how to write solid HTML and CSS but also how to handle AI-generated code like a champ. And the best part? You’ll create your own single-page website on any topic you choose, turning theory into real-world skills. This isn’t just about learning code—it’s about getting in the game.
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10 hours 45 minutes
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This course is where things get real. This is your chance to put all those HTML, CSS, and responsive design skills to work on a project that simulates the real deal—a professional website for a client. Imagine you’re a freelance developer, hired to create a site from scratch. You’ll start by diving into client requirements, mapping out user stories, and building a structure that brings the client’s vision to life. From there, it’s all about rolling up your sleeves and making the magic happen with the tools and techniques you’ve mastered. But here’s the kicker: this isn’t just a follow-the-instructions project. It’s guided, yes, but we want you to get creative, push boundaries, and explore beyond what’s covered. Plus, you’ll learn how smart developers collaborate with AI to streamline workflows and spark new ideas. Your project will also be peer-reviewed, so you’ll get valuable feedback and see how other people tackled the same challenge. At the finish line, you’ll have a multi-page website ready to wow clients and beef up your portfolio. This course is your chance to prove you’re not just learning web dev—you’re living it.
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10 hours 23 minutes
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In this course your web design skills go from good to great. This course is all about responsive design—creating layouts that look just as killer on a smartphone as they do on a desktop. You’ll dive into Flexbox and Grid, the CSS superheroes that make flexible, adaptive designs possible. And with media queries, you’ll fine-tune every pixel, making sure your sites look sharp no matter the screen size. But it’s not just about the code. This course gives you hands-on experience designing for real-world audiences. You’ll test, optimize, and learn best practices for making accessible, visually appealing layouts that stand out. By the end, you won’t just know how to code responsive sites—you’ll know how to think like a pro designer, giving users the best experience on any device.