HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers Specialization

An engaging and practical introduction to front-end web development—perfect for those keen to make dynamic websites that look great on any device.

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access	Lifetime
level	Beginner
certificate	Certificate of completion
language	English

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What will you learn in HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers Specialization Course

Build well-structured, modern web pages using HTML5 and CSS, starting from setting up your development environment to using semantic tags.
Make your sites adapt smoothly to any screen size using responsive design techniques—no more awkward resizing or pinching.

Learn JavaScript and Ajax to make your pages dynamic—able to fetch data from the server and respond instantly to user interaction.

Program Overview

Course 1: Introduction to HTML5

⌛ ~8 hours

Topics: Setting up the development environment. HTML5 structure and semantic tags. Common HTML elements like lists, links, and images.
Hands-on: Watch 16 videos. Read 8 guides. Complete 12 assignments including quizzes and optional practice.

Course 2: Introduction to CSS3

⌛ ~11 hours

Topics: CSS selectors, the Box Model, and responsive design. Using Bootstrap for layout and styling.
Hands-on: Build styles with CSS. Use Bootstrap and media queries to create responsive pages.

Course 3: Coding the Static Restaurant Site

⌛ (Part of specialization; duration estimated ~10 hrs)

Topics: Combine HTML, CSS, and design principles to build a static website. Structure layouts and style multiple pages.
Hands-on: Create a fully styled static site for a restaurant to reinforce your HTML and CSS skills.

Course 4: Introduction to JavaScript & Ajax: Building Web Apps

⌛ (Part of specialization; duration estimated ~10 hrs)

Topics: JavaScript basics, DOM manipulation, AJAX for server communication, and building web applications.
Hands-on: Add interactivity and server-side features to web pages using JavaScript and AJAX.

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A solid stepping stone into front-end development—particularly for web designer or junior front-end developer roles.
Lays the groundwork for building full-stack applications by teaching how dynamic user interfaces are constructed with web standards.
Equips beginners with the must-have skills for web development industries prioritizing responsive, interactive user experiences.

9.8Expert Score

Highly Recommendedx

A well-rounded beginner-friendly specialization. It equips learners with the core building blocks of front-end development—ideal for those ready to design, code, and animate websites from scratch.

Value

9.5

Price

9.3

Skills

9.8

Information

9.7

PROS

Clear structure with four hands-on courses ranging from HTML to interactive web apps.
Popular and highly rated: about 4.6/5 based on hundreds of reviews and more than 17,000 ratings.
Instructor Yaakov Chaikin is often praised for clarity and practicality. Learners love real-world applications and examples like the restaurant site project.

CONS

A few reported that GitHub workflows felt outdated, making it harder for complete beginners to follow along.
Some find the Ajax module tricky or overwhelming, especially at first.