Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone from Coursera

For your Responsive Website Development and Design Specialization Capstone Project, you will create a complete, responsive, multi-user, data-driven website which aims to solve a particular problem. We encourage you to create a website addressing a problem that you are interested in! However, if you don’t have an idea of your own, we have several that we will suggest in the course.

In the capstone project, you will:

1. Develop a complete website using the full range of skills learned during the specialisation

2. Work through a structured process from idea generation to product delivery

3. Document and receive feedback on the development of your project from an idea to a fully functional piece of software in a series of structured assignments including peer interactions

Participation in or completion of this online course will not confer academic credit for University of London programmes.

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Syllabus

What's the Idea?

Welcome to the first module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!'. In this module you will define what the end point is for your project, brainstorm ideas about your project and conduct a SWOT analysis to clarify aspects of your ideas. In addition, you will define a target audience and list the 4 Ps: Price, Product, Place and Promotion. Finally, you will identify key resources needed for your project and will develop a high level project timeline.

Pitching your Idea

Welcome to the second module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!'. By the end of this module, you will transition your idea from the abstract to the concrete, use process analysis to identify the main processes people can carry out in your application and identify primary and secondary processes. In addition, you will develop ideas about user experience through user journeys and describe processes as step by step procedures. Finally, you will be able to explain what an elevator pitch is.

Digitising the Idea

Welcome to the third module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!' By the end of this module you will have, put your idea into a digital format, explained the purpose of a site skeleton and defined paths through your site skeleton. In addition, you will have made design wireframes for key pages in your application and developed ideas about the look and feel for your application.

Building the App I

Welcome to the fourth module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!'. In this module you will describe the iterated project lifestyle, understand the purposes of backup and version control and list the reasons for using APIs. You will also share the experience of development and describe black box user testing using user pathways. Finally, you will use your digitised idea to create weekly tasks, carry out weekly reviews and use basic git and github functionality.

Building the App II

Welcome to the fifth module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!'. This is the second module covering the app development process. As in the previous module, In this module you will describe the iterated project lifestyle, understand the purposes of backup and version control and list the reasons for using APIs. You will also share the experience of development and describe black box user testing using user pathways. Finally, you will use your digitised idea to create weekly tasks, carry out weekly reviews and use basic git and github functionality.

Presenting your project

Welcome to the final module of 'Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone!'.In this module you will list the typical components of a technical showcase, consider how to pitch a technical presentation and use the key processes from the design phase to demonstrate your software. Finally, you will explain the basics of user surveys and understand the value of user feedback.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills that are standard in industry

Builds a strong foundation for beginners

Taught by Dr Matthew Yee-King and Dr James Ohene-Djan, who are recognized for their work in software design

Teaches skills that are relevant to UX design

Teaches skills that are relevant to web development

Offers hands-on labs and interactive materials

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone with these activities:

Review HTML elements

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Refresher activity will strengthen foundational knowledge of HTML elements, making it easier to understand course concepts.

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Identify and list common HTML elements, including semantic elements and their usage
Review the purpose and syntax of each HTML element

Solve CSS styling exercises

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Regular practice will aid in mastering CSS styling techniques, leading to better website designs in the course.

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Find online CSS styling exercises or create your own
Apply CSS properties to style elements
Experiment with different CSS selectors and values to achieve desired effects

Follow tutorials on responsive design techniques

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Following tutorials will expose learners to best practices and innovative techniques in responsive design, enhancing their projects.

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Identify reputable online resources or platforms offering responsive design tutorials
Choose tutorials that align with the course's design principles and goals
Follow the tutorials step-by-step, implementing the techniques in your own projects

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Design a landing page for a personal project

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Creating a landing page will allow students to apply their skills in designing an effective and visually appealing user interface.

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Define the purpose and target audience of the landing page
Sketch out the layout and content of the landing page
Use HTML and CSS to create the landing page
Test the landing page on different devices and browsers

Participate in online forums for troubleshooting

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Engaging with peers in online forums provides opportunities to learn from others' experiences and solutions.

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Identify relevant online forums or communities focused on the course topics
Actively participate in discussions, asking questions and sharing knowledge
Collaborate with peers to solve problems and find effective solutions

Consolidate and organize course materials

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This task helps learners stay organized and focused by having all relevant materials in one place.

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Create a dedicated folder or online space to store all course materials
Sort and categorize materials according to modules, topics, or assignments
Review and update materials regularly, adding notes or annotations for better understanding

Career center

Learners who complete Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Full-Stack Developer

As a Full-Stack Developer, you will be responsible for both the front-end and back-end development of a website or web application. This course will give you the skills you need to build complete web applications from start to finish. You'll learn how to use a variety of programming languages and technologies to create responsive, interactive, and scalable web applications.

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Web Developer

As a Web Developer, you will design, create, and maintain websites and web applications. This course will help you build a foundation in responsive web design, giving you the skills you need to create websites that look great and function well on all devices. You'll also learn how to work with data and create interactive user experiences.

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Front-End Developer

As a Front-End Developer, you will be responsible for the look and feel of a website or web application. This course will teach you the skills you need to create beautiful and engaging user interfaces. You'll learn how to use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create responsive, interactive web pages.

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UI Designer

As a UI Designer, you will be responsible for the look and feel of a website or web application. This course will teach you the skills you need to create beautiful and engaging user interfaces. You'll learn how to use design tools like Adobe Photoshop and Sketch to create prototypes and mockups.

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UX Designer

As a UX Designer, you will be responsible for the user experience of a website or web application. This course will teach you the skills you need to design websites and web applications that are easy to use, navigate, and enjoyable. You'll learn how to conduct user research, create user personas, and design prototypes.

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Back-End Developer

As a Back-End Developer, you will be responsible for the behind-the-scenes functionality of a website or web application. This course will teach you the skills you need to create scalable, efficient, and secure web applications. You'll learn how to use programming languages like Python and Java to build web applications that handle data, process requests, and interact with databases.

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User Researcher

As a User Researcher, you will be responsible for conducting research about users to improve the user experience of a website or web application. This course will help you build a foundation in user research, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of user research projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to conduct user interviews, surveys, and usability tests.

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Interaction Designer

As an Interaction Designer, you will be responsible for designing the interactions between users and a website or web application. This course will help you build a foundation in interaction design, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of interaction design projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to create user flows, prototypes, and mockups.

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Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This course will help you build a foundation in software development, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of software projects. You'll learn how to use programming languages like Python and Java to create software applications that are efficient, reliable, and secure.

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Information Architect

As an Information Architect, you will be responsible for designing and organizing the information on a website or web application. This course will help you build a foundation in information architecture, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of information architecture projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to create sitemaps, wireframes, and taxonomies.

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Technical Writer

As a Technical Writer, you will be responsible for creating documentation for software and other technical products. This course will help you build a foundation in technical writing, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of technical writing projects. You'll learn how to write clear, concise, and accurate documentation that is easy to understand and follow.

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Business Analyst

As a Business Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing business needs and recommending solutions. This course will help you build a foundation in business analysis, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of business analysis projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop solutions.

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Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This course will help you build a foundation in data science, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of data science projects. You'll learn how to use programming languages like Python and R to analyze data, build models, and make predictions.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

As a Quality Assurance Analyst, you will be responsible for testing software and other products to ensure that they meet quality standards. This course will help you build a foundation in quality assurance, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of quality assurance projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to test software, identify defects, and report bugs.

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Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course will help you build a foundation in project management, giving you the skills you need to work on a variety of projects. You'll learn how to use tools and techniques to plan projects, manage resources, and track progress.

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