Introduction to Web Development – 10-Session Bootcamp
This 10-session Introduction to Web Development Bootcamp is designed for beginners who want to learn how to build and launch modern websites. Participants will gain hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and essential web development tools. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to create responsive, interactive websites and a strong foundation for further web development learning.
Course Outline
Session 1: Introduction to Web Development & The Internet
- How websites work: Frontend vs. Backend
- Understanding browsers, servers, and web hosting
- Overview of web development technologies
Session 2: HTML Basics – Structuring a Web Page
- Introduction to HTML5 and its importance
- Elements, tags, attributes, and document structure
- Creating a simple webpage with headings, paragraphs, and links
Session 3: CSS Fundamentals – Styling Your Website
- Introduction to CSS and how it enhances design
- Selectors, properties, and values
- Working with colors, fonts, and layout principles
Session 4: CSS Layouts – Flexbox & Grid
- Understanding box model, margins, padding, and borders
- Building responsive layouts with Flexbox
- Introduction to CSS Grid for complex designs
Session 5: Introduction to JavaScript
- What is JavaScript and why it’s essential for web development
- Variables, data types, and operators
- Writing your first JavaScript program
Session 6: JavaScript in Action – Interactivity & Events
- Understanding functions and event listeners
- DOM manipulation: Changing HTML and CSS with JavaScript
- Creating interactive buttons, forms, and user inputs
Session 7: Responsive Web Design & Media Queries
- What is responsive design and why it’s important
- Using media queries to make mobile-friendly websites
- Introduction to frameworks like Bootstrap
Session 8: Introduction to Web Development Tools & Version Control
- Overview of VS Code, Git, and GitHub
- Understanding version control and basic Git commands
- Deploying a website using GitHub Pages
Session 9: Introduction to APIs & Dynamic Content
- Understanding APIs and fetching data with JavaScript
- Using the Fetch API to retrieve external data
- Displaying dynamic content on your website
Session 10: Final Project – Building & Deploying a Website
- Applying everything learned to create a personal portfolio or business site
- Testing and debugging common issues
- Publishing your website online and next steps in web development
Who Should Attend?
- Beginners with little to no coding experience
- Entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to build their own websites
- Students and professionals interested in web development careers
- Anyone curious about how websites work and how to create them
This bootcamp takes a hands-on, project-based approach to web development, ensuring participants learn by building real-world projects. By the end of the course, you’ll have a fully functional, mobile-friendly website and the confidence to continue learning and improving your skills.
