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Getting Started with Front-End and Web Development

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Discover cloud development foundations with this beginner-friendly course. Learn key skills: web development, WordPress setups, and front-end design. Explore no-code tools for seamless UI/UX projects. Empower innovation in web projects easily.

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Language

  • English

Topic

  • Cloud Development

Enrollment Count

  • 24.22K

Skills You Will Learn

  • Web Development, Wordpress, Front-End Web Development, UI/UX Desinger, No-code

Offered By

  • IBMSkillsNetwork

Estimated Effort

  • 15 hours

Platform

  • Coursera

Last Update

  • June 19, 2025
About this Course
Have you encountered a website with stunning design, user-friendly interactivity, and dynamic elements and wondered how it was put together? If so, this course is designed for you! It is tailored for aspiring front-end developers or those who want to get started in this field. 

In this course, you will gain an understanding of front-end and web development, exploring the significance of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design. You will delve into the workings of web browsers and the internet, learning about the tools and technologies that enable you to create interactive and engaging websites and applications. Additionally, you'll explore No-Code development and be introduced to Content Management Systems (CMS). 

Throughout this course, we will provide step-by-step instructional guidance to help you engage in hands-on activities. You will also discover various job opportunities and potential career paths in the front-end development field and hear from industry professionals about their roles and experience as front-end developers. 

This course is designed for beginners in Front-end development and does not require prior programming or web development experience.


Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Web and Front-End Development
Lesson 0: Welcome
Lesson 1: Introduction to Front-End and Web Development
Lesson 2: Module Summary and Assessment

Module 2: Web Infrastructure Basics and Terminology
Lesson 1: Introduction to Website Basics
Lesson 2: Web Hosting, Protocols, and Languages
Lesson 3: Module Summary and Assessment

Module 3: Introduction to Application Development
Lesson 1: Application Development Essentials
Lesson 2: Module Summary and Assessment

Module 4: Get Started with No-Code Development
Lesson 1: Introduction to No-Code
Lesson 2: Content Management Systems
Lesson 3: Module Summary and Assessment

Module 5: Front-End Developer Skills and Career Paths
Lesson 1: Front-End Development Career Roadmap
Lesson 2: Module Summary and Assessment

Module 6: Final Project and Course Wrap-up
Lesson 1: Final Project
Lesson 2: Course Wrap-Up
Lesson 3: HONORS Project

Instructors

Ramanujam Srinivasan

Chief Architect

With over 24 years of experience, I have effectively led technology and architecture teams, driving digital transformation and business growth for Fortune 500 companies. My expertise includes managing strategic consulting engagements and implementing large-scale solutions that have achieved annual contract values between $10M and $300M, particularly in turnaround scenarios. As an engineering leader, I guide cross-functional teams in deploying distributed solutions across various domains, including Cloud, AI/ML, eCommerce, Microservices, DevSecOps, legacy modernization, performance optimization, Generative AI, and Machine Learning. I prioritize building exceptional technology teams by mentoring and inspiring top technical talent, fostering a culture of rapid innovation and collaboration. I serve as a trusted advisor, nurturing long-term relationships with C-Level executives and stakeholders to drive the implementation of strategic technology initiatives. My approach combines a big-picture perspective with attention to detail, providing hands-on guidance for creating highly scalable and efficient solutions. I assist in developing minimum viable products (MVPs), evaluating products, enabling developers, and advocating for open-source technologies. As an innovation catalyst, I lead the ideation and Go-to-Market strategies for intellectual property solutions that leverage cloud services, data analytics, and AI/ML to provide strategic advantages to enterprise customers. Additionally, I have authored successful technology courses on Coursera covering topics such as Microsoft security, front-end and back-end development, DevOps, and Generative AI, positively impacting over 70,000 learners.

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