Front-End Web Development

Course Summary

The Front-End Web Development course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to build engaging, interactive, and user-friendly web interfaces. Participants will learn the fundamentals of web development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as advanced techniques for creating responsive, accessible, and optimized web applications.

Through hands-on projects and a capstone project, participants will gain practical experience in designing and implementing front-end solutions that meet modern web standards.

Course Objectives

• Understand the role of front-end development in the web application stack.
• Learn to structure and style web pages using HTML and CSS.
• Gain proficiency in JavaScript for interactivity and client-side scripting.
• Explore responsive web design and frameworks for building mobile-friendly applications.
• Master tools and techniques for version control, performance optimization, and accessibility.
• Acquire the skills to deploy and host front-end applications.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Web Development
   Overview of the web development process and front-end principles.
2. HTML – Structure of Web Pages
   Creating and structuring content using HTML5.
3. CSS – Styling and Layout
   Styling web pages with CSS3, including layouts, animations, and transitions.
4. JavaScript – Adding Interactivity
   Enhancing web pages with dynamic and interactive features using JavaScript.
5. Responsive Web Design and Mobile-First Approach
   Designing for multiple screen sizes using CSS frameworks like Bootstrap.
6. JavaScript Frameworks and Libraries
   Introduction to popular tools like React, Vue.js, or Angular for efficient front-end development.
7. Version Control with Git and GitHub
   Managing and collaborating on projects using Git and GitHub.
8. Web Performance Optimization
   Techniques for improving loading times and overall performance.
9. Web Accessibility
   Ensuring websites are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
10. Deployment and Hosting
    Deploying web applications on hosting platforms like Netlify, Vercel, or GitHub Pages.
11. Hands-on Projects
    Practical exercises to apply concepts in real-world scenarios.
12. Capstone Project
    A comprehensive project to design and develop a fully functional front-end application.

This course equips participants with the essential tools and knowledge to create visually appealing and functional web interfaces, preparing them for roles in front-end development.