Web Development Beginner
Foundations of Modern Web Development
Build responsive, accessible, and fast web applications using HTML5, CSS3, and Modern JavaScript.
A little progress goes a long way
How the Internet & the Modern Browser Work
Your first lesson is ready when you are.
Level
Beginner
Time to complete
4h 20m
Lessons
5
Learners
26,500
About this course
A practical path from curious to confident
A comprehensive, welcoming launchpad for anyone aspiring to build for the web. Demystify the client-server relationship, master semantic HTML5, write clean modern CSS with Flexbox and Grid, and write interactive JavaScript from scratch.
What you'll learn
- Explain how DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, and browsers render web pages
- Author semantic HTML5 documents conforming to WCAG accessibility guidelines
- Create fluid, responsive mobile-first layouts using CSS Flexbox and Grid
- Program core JavaScript: variables, closures, DOM manipulation, and asynchronous fetch
- Deploy your live projects to the internet with free cloud hosting
The learning path
Course curriculum
5 lessons 4h 20m total
What you'll need
- A computer (Mac, Windows, or Linux)
- A code editor (we recommend free VS Code)
- Zero prior coding knowledge required
Learn from experience
Meet your instructor
Zain Ahmed
Lead Full-Stack Developer
Zain is an open-source contributor and educator who has guided thousands of beginners into software engineering careers. He advocates for accessible, performant web standards.
Frequently asked questions
Is this course really up to date?
Yes, this course covers modern HTML5, CSS3 (Flexbox/Grid), and ES2024 JavaScript syntax.
Do I get a certificate of completion?
Yes, once you finish all lessons and exercises, you can generate your certificate directly from your completed dashboard.