Guided Project: Web Development w/ HTML & CSS for Beginners from edX

HyperText Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) are the building blocks of a website. Incredibly versatile, these coding languages provide the foundation for a website’s text styles, colors, images, and “look and feel,” known as the theme.

Web developers, software engineers, Java developers, and other IT professionals use HTML and CSS as part of their work—and you can too!

In this hands-on guided project, you’ll learn six essential tasks using HTML and CSS to create and style a simple web page.

No previous coding experience is required, and by the end of the project, your experience with the basics of HTML and CSS will have you ready to explore their advanced features.

Your online lab environment has everything you need to get started. Also, note that this platform works best with current versions of modern browsers.

What you'll learn

After completing this project, you will be able to:

Create a new HTML document that includes HTML metadata
Define the body of a web page by adding a body element
Add paragraphs and headings to a web page
Add images, lists, tables, and links to a web page
Use CSS to modify the font family and font size of HTML text
Use CSS to modify the colors and apply borders to HTML elements

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Focuses on the fundamentals of HTML and CSS, providing a solid foundation for beginners

Taught by experienced instructors Rav Ahuja and Ramesh Sannareddy

Suitable for web developers, software engineers, Java developers, and IT professionals

Emphasizes hands-on practice with an online lab environment

Covers essential HTML and CSS tasks for creating and styling web pages

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 Guided Project: Web Development w/ HTML & CSS for Beginners with these activities:

Organize Course Materials for Easy Reference

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Improve your learning experience by organizing and accessing course materials efficiently.

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Create a system for organizing your notes, assignments, and other course materials.
Review and update your organized materials regularly.

Review Past HTML and CSS Projects

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Refresh your memory and reinforce your understanding by reviewing past projects.

Browse courses on HTML

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Gather past HTML and CSS projects you've worked on.
Go through the code, analyze the solutions, and identify areas for improvement.

Brush up on Basic Syntax

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Boost your understanding of website building basics before the course starts.

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Review online tutorials or documentation for HTML and CSS syntax.
Go through the basics of HTML tags and CSS properties.

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Read 'Head First HTML and CSS'

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Expand your knowledge and reinforce course materials with a comprehensive book on HTML and CSS.

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Read through the book to grasp the fundamentals of HTML and CSS.
Refer to the book for additional explanations and examples.

Follow Along with Interactive HTML and CSS Tutorials

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Complement your course learning with practical, interactive tutorials.

Browse courses on HTML

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Find reputable online platforms or courses that offer guided HTML and CSS tutorials.
Choose tutorials that align with your course content and skill level.

Solve HTML and CSS Coding Challenges

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Enhance your problem-solving skills and improve your understanding of code syntax.

Browse courses on HTML

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Identify online coding platforms or resources that offer HTML and CSS challenges.
Select challenges that are relevant to your course topics and difficulty level.

Build a Simple Web Page using HTML and CSS

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Solidify your understanding of HTML and CSS by creating your own webpage.

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Plan your web page's layout and content.
Develop the HTML structure and style it with CSS.
Test your webpage in different browsers.

Mentor a Beginner in HTML and CSS

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Strengthen your knowledge by helping others understand HTML and CSS concepts.

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Identify a beginner who needs guidance in HTML and CSS.
Provide support, answer questions, and offer constructive feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete Guided Project: Web Development w/ HTML & CSS for Beginners will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Front-End Developer

As a Front-End Developer, you will use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create the parts of a website that users see and interact with, such as the layout, style, and buttons. This course can help you start your journey in this career by giving you a good grounding in HTML and CSS, the fundamental tools of any Front-End Developer.

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Web Developer

Web Developers create websites and web applications using the same HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that you'll use in this course. Your skills in building and styling web pages that you gain here will provide a solid foundation for your career as a Web Developer. There are many different specialties and sectors in the field of web development. This course can help you start to explore those specialties by providing a basic foundation for you to build upon.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers develop computer programs, including web applications. HTML and CSS are key technologies used in web development, and these are the very technologies you'll learn in this course. While there are many different kinds of Software Engineers, a foundation in web development and coding are valuable for many roles within this field.

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User Experience (UX) Designer

User Experience (UX) Designers research target users to determine their wants and needs and to translate that into functional website and application designs. A good UX Designer will have a good understanding of web development, which can include the use of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This course can help you gain that understanding by introducing the basics of HTML and CSS.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create instructional content that explains complex technical processes. This could include writing for software, websites, and other technologies. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and web development in general, can help Technical Writers create better content for their technical audiences. This course can help you get started with those foundational skills.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts study business needs and develop solutions to meet those needs. They may use HTML and CSS to create prototypes and mockups. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Business Analysts.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to look for trends. They may use HTML and CSS to create data visualizations and other reporting tools. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Data Analysts.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists set up, maintain, and troubleshoot computer systems, including web servers. This course can help build a foundation in HTML and CSS for those who wish to work in IT Support.

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Web Analyst

Web Analysts study user behavior and provide insights based on their findings. They may use HTML and CSS to build mockups and prototypes. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Web Analysts.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators maintain and optimize computer networks. They may use HTML and CSS to create network documentation and reports. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Network Administrators.

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Quality Assurance (QA) Tester

Quality Assurance (QA) Testers find and report bugs in software. They may use HTML and CSS to create test cases. This course may be useful for those who wish to become QA Testers.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators maintain and optimize databases. They may use HTML and CSS to create database documentation and reports. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Database Administrators.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts study computer systems and help organizations find ways to improve their efficiency. They may use HTML and CSS to create prototypes and mockups. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Computer Systems Analysts.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect computer systems and networks. They may use HTML and CSS to create security reports and documentation. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Information Security Analysts.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators maintain and optimize computer systems. They may use HTML and CSS to create system documentation and reports. This course may be useful for those who wish to become Systems Administrators.

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