Introduction:

In today’s digital age, web development is an essential skill that powers everything from personal blogs to complex enterprise platforms. Whether you’re interested in launching your own website, enhancing your career in tech, or simply understanding how the web works, this 5-day course provides a solid foundation in web development. You will learn the fundamental tools and techniques used by professional web developers to create responsive, dynamic websites and web applications.

This course covers the core technologies that form the backbone of web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and an introduction to basic web hosting. Through a mix of theoretical concepts, practical coding exercises, and hands-on projects, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to build their first fully-functional website. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to start your journey into web development with a strong understanding of how websites are structured, styled, and made interactive.

Objectives:

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the Web Development Landscape:
   • Understand the difference between front-end and back-end development and how they work together to build a complete web application.
   • Learn about web browsers, the HTTP protocol, and how the client-server model works.
2. Master HTML (Hypertext Markup Language):
   • Learn the basic structure of an HTML document and how to use HTML tags to build and structure content on the web.
   • Understand how to create and link pages, use images, embed videos, and create forms.
3. Design Websites with CSS (Cascading Style Sheets):
   • Understand the importance of CSS for styling and layout.
   • Learn how to apply CSS for typography, colors, spacing, and positioning.
   • Master the box model, flexbox, and responsive design principles for mobile-friendly websites.
4. Make Websites Interactive with JavaScript:
   • Gain an understanding of JavaScript’s role in adding interactivity to web pages.
   • Learn how to write JavaScript code to manipulate the DOM (Document Object Model) and respond to user input.
5. Explore Web Development Tools:
   • Learn how to set up a development environment using text editors (VS Code, Sublime Text) and browsers (Chrome, Firefox).
   • Get introduced to version control with Git and GitHub for managing code.
6. Introduction to Web Hosting and Deployment:
   • Understand the basics of hosting a website, including domain names, web servers, and hosting platforms.
   • Learn how to deploy a static website to platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or Firebase Hosting.
7. Gain Hands-On Experience:
   • Work on real-world projects to create your first website from scratch.
   • Learn how to troubleshoot common issues and test your website for errors.

Who Should Attend:

This course is perfect for:

• Aspiring Web Developers: Beginners who want to get started with building websites and web applications.
• Business Owners: Entrepreneurs looking to create their own websites or enhance their understanding of how websites are built.
• Students: Individuals studying computer science, design, or any other field interested in adding web development to their skill set.
• Marketing Professionals: Those wanting to understand the technical aspects of web development in order to better collaborate with web teams.
• Creative Professionals: Designers or artists who want to understand how their designs come to life on the web.
• Anyone Curious About Web Development: If you’re interested in learning how websites are created from scratch, this course is for you.

Day-by-Day Breakdown:

Day 1: Introduction to Web Development & HTML Basics

• Morning Session:
  • Overview of Web Development: Introduction to front-end and back-end development. Understanding the roles of web browsers, servers, and databases.
  • The Client-Server Model: How the web works, including HTTP requests, responses, and web hosting.
  • Introduction to HTML: The structure of an HTML document and the role of tags.
  • Basic HTML Tags: Headings, paragraphs, lists, links, images, and tables.
• Afternoon Session:
  • Building Your First Web Page: A step-by-step guide to creating a basic HTML page.
  • HTML Forms: Understanding forms, input fields, buttons, and the form tag.
  • Hands-on Activity: Build a personal profile page using HTML.

Day 2: Styling with CSS

• Morning Session:
  • What is CSS?: Introduction to CSS and its role in web development.
  • CSS Syntax: Selectors, properties, values, and how CSS is applied to HTML elements.
  • CSS Box Model: Understanding margins, borders, padding, and content.
  • Basic Styling: Typography, colors, backgrounds, and text alignment.
• Afternoon Session:
  • Layout Techniques: Introduction to Flexbox and Grid layout for responsive designs.
  • Responsive Web Design: Creating mobile-friendly websites using media queries.
  • Hands-on Activity: Style the personal profile page created on Day 1, making it visually appealing and responsive.

Day 3: Introduction to JavaScript and DOM Manipulation

• Morning Session:
  • What is JavaScript?: Introduction to JavaScript and how it interacts with HTML and CSS.
  • Variables, Data Types, and Operators: Understanding basic JavaScript syntax and operations.
  • Functions and Control Flow: Using if statements, loops, and functions to control code execution.
  • DOM Basics: Introduction to the Document Object Model (DOM) and how JavaScript interacts with HTML elements.
• Afternoon Session:
  • DOM Manipulation: Using JavaScript to select, modify, and manipulate HTML elements.
  • Event Handling: Introduction to JavaScript events like click, hover, submit.
  • Hands-on Activity: Create interactive elements on your personal profile page, such as form validation or dynamic content updates.

Day 4: Advanced CSS and JavaScript Features

• Morning Session:
  • Advanced CSS: Animations, transitions, and pseudo-classes/elements.
  • CSS Variables: Introduction to CSS variables for reusable styles.
  • Flexbox and Grid Deep Dive: Advanced layout techniques for building complex designs.
• Afternoon Session:
  • JavaScript DOM Events: Handling user interactions with more complex event listeners.
  • Introduction to JavaScript Libraries: Brief overview of libraries like jQuery, Bootstrap, and how they can enhance web development.
  • Hands-on Activity: Enhance your personal profile page by adding interactive elements (e.g., dropdowns, modal dialogs, dynamic updates).

Day 5: Deployment and Final Project

• Morning Session:
  • Introduction to Web Hosting: Understanding how websites are hosted and accessed via domain names.
  • Deploying Your Website: Introduction to free hosting services like GitHub Pages, Netlify, and Firebase.
  • Version Control with Git: Overview of Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration.
  • Hands-on Lab: Deploy your personal profile website to a live platform (GitHub Pages or Netlify).
• Afternoon Session:
  • Final Project: Create a personal portfolio website using everything you’ve learned over the course.
  • Testing and Debugging: How to test your website for errors, compatibility, and performance.
  • Final Q&A and Wrap-Up: Review key concepts, answer any final questions, and discuss next steps in your web development journey.

Learning Methods:

• Lectures and Presentations: Clear explanations of web development principles and concepts.
• Hands-on Labs: Practical coding exercises and projects to reinforce learning.
• Group Discussions: Opportunity for participants to discuss challenges and share insights.
• Interactive Activities: Building real-world web projects during the course.
• Q&A Sessions: Daily Q&A segments to address any participant questions and provide troubleshooting support.