Guardian Masterclasses This article is more than 11 years oldBuilding websites using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
This article is more than 11 years oldLearn to the language of the web and how to construct websites - no previous experience requiredThis masterclass is for anybody who wants a thorough grounding in building websites using the three key elements of the "holy trinity" of web standards: HTML, CSS and JavaScript. You may work in a role that now involves more web development knowledge, be developing your own project, or simply want to learn more about how websites are constructed.
The course is made up of four three-hour classes at the Guardian over consecutive weeks, with approximately two hours of work to do from home each week. You'll need access to your own computer for the homework, with remote support and feedback. No special software is required besides a text editor (Notepad or similar is fine!) and a modern web browser.
Course breakdown
Sessions will cover:
what HTML, CSS and JavaScript are, how they relate to one other, and when to use them.
building a basic website framework suitable for use across different browsers and devices
customising page design and styling elements and components
how JavaScript can be used to enhance webpages accessibly and unobtrusively
the basics of setting up hosting for your website
The course will be technical in nature, but is aimed at people who may not have written any code before. Classes will be interactive: you'll get to try out writing code and experiencing the output in different contexts as you learn.
Tutor profile
The lead tutor is Matt Andrews, a lead client-side web developer at the Guardian. Matt has worked at the Guardian for over two years and has worked on products including the Guardian's Facebook app (12 million installs and counting) and the new, work-in-progress mobile website using responsive design techniques. Matt studied English at university in Leeds and is therefore keen to emphasise that a degree in Computer Science or similar isn't a requirement for building websites - all you need is curiosity, creativity and a desire to learn. You can find out a bit more about Matt via his personal site (mattandrews.info) or on twitter at @mattpointblank.
Details
Dates: Wednesday 21 November, Wednesday 28 November, Wednesday 5 December, Wednesday 12 December 2012
Times: 6.30-9.30pm
Location: The Guardian, 90 York Way, London, N1 9GU
Price: £400 (inclusive of VAT, booking fee an refreshments)
Maximum course size: 15
To book
Book online now! Click here.
Or email Lucy Bramley on masterclasses@theguardian.com or telephone +44 (0) 20 3353 3099
Alternatively, write to:
Lucy Bramley
Guardian Masterclasses
Guardian News and Media
Kings Place
90 York Way
London N1 9GU
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