Building websites involves having an adequate understanding of key computer languages. When you grasp the operation of these languages, you will use them to create and style a unique website. This course has been designed to teach you the basics of these languages and the process of using them to build a professional one-page website. First, you will learn about the potentials and opportunities of the web developer marketplace. Next, you will discover the types of web developers out there and the primary skills you need to become a successful web developer. Did you know that HTML is responsible for the content displayed on a website? This course will show you the structure of HTML, including how you can use it to implement features such as headers, images and links. You will also see how to use CSS in styling your HTML pages and learn to choose the right images, colours and fonts for your web design.

The course then demonstrates the best approach to designing a professional website by building a functional site for a fictional company. You will first learn the steps of building a professional website and the setup you need to make a one-pager. Next, you will study the processes of designing the site's header and its other unique features. You will learn how to create and style the various sections of the website to meet the needs of the fictional company. When you build a website, it tends to appear differently in different browsers so you must make it look the same in all browsers by making it responsive. You will also see how to use jQuery to add animation and effects. The course guides you on the techniques used to improve the performance of your website. You will identify the process of launching your website, and learn how to to build a powerful network and leverage freelance sites to boost your web development career.

If you design your website correctly, your audience will remain engaged, and it will designate your brand as a unique one. So, it is essential that you properly design your site to portray the aims of the company. This course explains the practical steps on the best practices to follow when building your page. You will also discover the responsibilities of web developers and how you can connect with company recruiters to acquire development jobs. This course guides you on the process of creating and styling a one-page website using HTML, CSS, media query and jQuery. You will also grasp how web browsers process their HTML and CSS codes before rendering the website. If you are starting your career in web development, this course gives you an indispensable guide to boost your career.