Web Development Foundations Course

HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap

Welcome to the Web Development Foundations course! This repository contains all the materials, projects, and resources you'll need to learn HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap from the ground up.

Course Structure

This course is organized into 6 progressive modules, each building upon the previous one:

📚 Modules

1. Introduction to Web Development - Setting up your development environment
2. HTML Fundamentals - Semantic markup and document structure
3. CSS Fundamentals - Styling and responsive design
4. Advanced CSS - Modern layout techniques and optimization
5. Bootstrap Framework - Rapid development with CSS frameworks
6. Project Development - Deployment and portfolio creation

🎯 Final Project

• Final Project - Capstone project demonstrating all skills

🔧 Shared Resources

• Shared Resources - Common templates, tools, and documentation

Getting Started

1. Read the Course Syllabus: Start with the Web Development Foundations Syllabus
2. Set Up Your Environment: Follow Module 1 instructions to install VS Code and set up your development environment
3. Work Through Modules: Complete each module in order, as they build upon each other
4. Practice Regularly: Complete all assignments and projects to reinforce learning
5. Build Your Portfolio: Use the final project to showcase your skills

Course Requirements

Prerequisites

• Basic computer literacy
• No prior programming experience required
• Access to a computer with internet connection

Software Requirements

• Code Editor: Visual Studio Code (free)
• Browser: Chrome, Firefox, or Safari (latest versions)
• Version Control: Git (free)
• Deployment: GitHub Pages or Netlify (free)

Learning Path

Module 1: Web Basics
    ↓
Module 2: HTML Structure
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Module 3: CSS Styling
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Module 4: Advanced CSS
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Module 5: Bootstrap Framework
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Module 6: Project & Deployment
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Final Project

Assessment

• Quizzes: 20% - Knowledge checks throughout the course
• Assignments: 30% - Hands-on coding exercises
• Projects: 40% - Major development projects
• Final Project: 10% - Capstone project with presentation

Support

• Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:00-4:00 PM
• Study Groups: Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 PM
• Online Forum: 24/7 discussion board for questions

Course Outcomes

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• ✅ Create semantic, accessible HTML documents
• ✅ Style web pages using modern CSS techniques
• ✅ Build responsive layouts using Bootstrap
• ✅ Deploy static websites to the web
• ✅ Understand web development best practices
• ✅ Debug and troubleshoot common issues

Resources

Documentation

• MDN Web Docs - Comprehensive web development reference
• Bootstrap Documentation - Official Bootstrap guide
• W3Schools - Interactive tutorials

Tools

• VS Code - Recommended code editor
• GitHub - Version control and hosting
• Netlify - Website deployment platform

Inspiration

• Awwwards - Web design inspiration
• Dribbble - Design community
• Behance - Creative portfolios

Getting Help

1. Check Documentation: Review module README files and resources
2. Search the Forum: Look for similar questions in the discussion board
3. Ask Questions: Post specific questions with code examples
4. Attend Office Hours: Get one-on-one help from instructors
5. Join Study Groups: Collaborate with fellow students

Code of Conduct

• Be respectful and supportive of fellow students
• Share knowledge and help others learn
• Give constructive feedback on projects
• Maintain academic integrity in all work
• Report any issues or concerns promptly

License

This course material is provided for educational purposes. Feel free to use the code examples and templates in your own projects, but please don't redistribute the course content without permission.

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Ready to start your web development journey? Begin with Module 1: Introduction to Web Development!

Good luck and happy coding! 🚀