Course Description:
The Front-End Web Development course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to create interactive and visually appealing websites. Participants will learn the core technologies and practices that front-end developers use to build and optimize web interfaces.
Module 1: Introduction to Web Development
Understanding the web development landscape
Roles and responsibilities of front-end developers
Introduction to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Module 2: HTML Fundamentals
Structure of an HTML document
Working with HTML elements and attributes
HTML forms and input elements
Module 3: CSS Styling
CSS syntax and selectors
Box model and layout
Typography and responsive design
CSS pre-processors (e.g., SASS)
Module 4: CSS Layout and Flexbox
Creating responsive layouts
Introduction to Flexbox for layout design
Module 5: CSS Grid and Responsive Design
Implementing grid-based layouts
Media queries and responsive design best practices
Module 6: JavaScript Fundamentals
JavaScript syntax and data types
Variables, loops, and conditional statements
Functions and event handling
Module 7: Document Object Model (DOM)
Working with the DOM
Dynamic HTML and CSS manipulation
Event handling and interactions
Module 8: JavaScript Libraries and Frameworks
Introduction to popular JavaScript libraries (e.g., jQuery)
Overview of front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
Module 9: Web Accessibility
Designing for accessibility
Best practices for creating inclusive web content
Module 10: Web Performance and Optimization
Understanding web performance
Techniques for optimizing websites
Page load speed and performance testing tools
Module 11: Cross-Browser Compatibility
Handling browser-specific issues and compatibility
Browser developer tools and debugging
Module 12: Web Development Tools and Workflow
Version control with Git
Building and deploying websites
Introduction to package managers (e.g., npm)
Introduction to task runners and build tools (e.g., Gulp, Webpack)
Assessment and Certification:
Weekly coding assignments and projects
Midterm examination
Final web development project
Course completion certificate
Prerequisites:
No specific prerequisites are required, but a basic understanding of web usage and familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript can be beneficial.
Course Objectives:
Upon completing this course, students will have the skills and knowledge to create well-designed, responsive, and interactive websites. They will understand best practices for front-end development, web performance, and accessibility.
Course Materials:
Course notes, code samples, development tools, and project materials will be provided.