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Join us in an immersive journey through the world of CSS animation with SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics). In this comprehensive course, you will learn how to leverage the power of CSS and SVG to create captivating, interactive, and dynamic web experiences.

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Join us in an immersive journey through the world of CSS animation with SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics). In this comprehensive course, you will learn how to leverage the power of CSS and SVG to create captivating, interactive, and dynamic web experiences.

The CSS and SVG Animation Fundamentals course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of creating dynamic and visually engaging web animations using CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) and SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics). This course is suitable for both beginners and intermediate-level web developers who want to enhance their skills in creating captivating animations for websites and web applications.

Throughout the 8-week duration, students will learn the essential principles, techniques, and best practices of CSS and SVG animation. They will explore the various CSS properties and SVG elements necessary to bring static web content to life, adding interactivity and enhancing user experience. The course will also cover the latest industry trends and standards, ensuring students are equipped with up-to-date knowledge.

Key Topics Covered:

  1. Introduction to CSS and SVG Animation: Understanding the fundamentals of animation and the role of CSS and SVG in creating dynamic web content.

  2. CSS Animation Basics: Exploring CSS keyframes, transitions, and transforms to create simple animations.

  3. Advanced CSS Animation: Delving deeper into advanced techniques such as animation timing functions, animation properties, and animation performance optimization.

  4. SVG Animation Essentials: Learning SVG basics, including shapes, paths, gradients, and filters.

  5. Advanced SVG Animation: Harnessing the power of SVG to create complex and interactive animations, including morphing, masking, and responsive animations.

  6. Integrating CSS and SVG Animation: Combining CSS and SVG animation techniques to create seamless and visually stunning web animations.

  7. Responsive Animations and Browser Compatibility: Understanding the importance of responsive design and ensuring animations work smoothly across different devices and browsers.

Course Benefits:

By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in CSS and SVG animation, enabling them to:

  • Create visually appealing and interactive web animations using CSS and SVG.

  • Understand the principles and techniques behind effective animation design.

  • Optimize animations for performance and browser compatibility.

  • Incorporate animation libraries and frameworks into their projects.

  • Enhance user experience by adding engaging animations to websites and web applications.

Prerequisites:

This course assumes a basic understanding of Familiarity with web development concepts and some experience in building web pages will be beneficial but not mandatory.

Join the CSS and SVG Animation Fundamentals course and take your web development skills to the next level. Unleash your creativity and captivate your audience with stunning animations.

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Syllabus

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn what is SVG . You can learn how to use SVG in HTML CSS. This is the first lesson of the Course. You will also learn what is difference between SVG and png, SVG and jpg.

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Following quiz provides Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) related to SVG Framework. You will have to read all the given answers and click over the correct answer. If you are not sure about the answer then you can check the answer using Show Answer button. You can use Next Quiz button to check new set of questions in the quiz.

Include SVG in HTML CSS Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn how to include SVG in HTML and CSS . You can also learn about the new SVG tag in HTML and handling it by CSS.

SVG ViewPort & ViewBox Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG viewport and view box property. You can learn how to change the view area of SVG by using viewport and how to span and zoom the SVG image using viewbox attribute of SVG tag in HTML.

SVG Elements

In this tutorial you will learn SVG line element .You can learn how to draw a line in svg canvas area and make a shapes with different lines.

Draw a huge X. Which are actually just two lines crossing each other.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG rect element tag . You can learn how to create a rectangle in SVG with this "Rect" tag.

In this tutorial, you will learn the SVG circle tag. You can learn how to make a circle in SVG with this tutorial video.

In this tutorial, you will learn the SVG ellipse tag. You can learn how to make an ellipse in SVG.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG polyline tag .You can learn how to polygon type shape in SVG with polyline tag.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG polygon tags. You can learn how to make a polygon shape in SVG and what is difference between polygon and polyline.

SVG Path Element Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn the SVG path tags. You can learn how to make lines both horizontal and vertical with a path tag. You will also learn different path commands to make different shapes.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG path tag .You can learn how to make SVG Cubic Bezier Curves and Quadratic Bezier Curves.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG path tags. You can learn how to make an arc with an SVG path tag.

SVG Text And Image Element Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG text tags.You can learn how to write text and its styling within SVG.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG image tag. You can learn how to add images in SVG tag.

SVG Properties Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG stroke properties. You can learn different properties to style the SVG stroke-like stroke-width, stroke-opacity, stroke-dasharray, stroke-linecap, stroke-linejoin.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG fill properties . You can learn how to change the background color of SVG elements and gave it an opacity with fill-opacity.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG grouping elements. You can learn how to make a group of two or move SVG elements. In short, grouping means is combine different SVG elements and style them from one place.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG defs , symbols, and use tags. You can learn how to use a group tag more than one time with SVG use tag and how to make an SVG symbol and definitions.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG text path tag .You can learn how to set text on path and move it like curves with this svg textpath element.

In this tutorial you will learn svg gradients element.You can learn how to gradient background in svg.You will learn two type of svg gradient that is linear gradient and radial gradient.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG gradients elements. You can learn how to gradient background in SVG. You will learn two types of SVG gradients that is linear gradients and radial gradients.

Adobe illustrator to SVG Graphic

in this tutorial, we are going to learn how can we convert vector graphic image into SVG image.

In this tutorial, you will learn SVG ClipPath elements. you are going to learn how to play animation using ClipPath tag.

SVG Filter

in this tutorial I am going to introduce you what is svg fitter

in this tutorial we are going to learn how we can implement SVG filter on element

SVG Filters feColorMatrix
SVG Filters feComponentTransfer
SVG Filter feComposite
SVG Filters feConvolveMatrix
SVG Filters feDiffuseLighting
SVG Filters feDisplacementMap
Adding JavaScript in svg image

in this tutorial we are going to learn how can we add JavaScript in SVG image.

CSS Filter Tutorial

In this tutorial, you are going to learn the CSS filter property. You can learn different types of image effects in css3 with this filter property.CSS filter has 12 different effects like blur, brightness, contrast, grayscale, hue-rotate, sepia, opacity, invert, saturate, drop-shadow.

CSS Transition Tutorial

In this tutorial, you are going to learn CSS transition properties. You can learn how to animate the HTML elements on hover, focus, and responsive screens with CSS3 property transition. You can also learn transition-duration, transition-delay, transition-timing-function, transition-property for animation of HTML tags. By learning this you can easily make image hover effect, color transition effect, animate the shapes through CSS.

CSS Transition Timing Function Tutorial
CSS Transition Delay Tutorial
CSS Transform 2D

In this tutorial, you are going to learn CSS transform. You can learn different types of 2d transform like rotate, scale, translate, skew, and matrix. By learning this you can easily transform the shape of any HTML tag in 2d view.

CSS Transform 2D Scale
CSS Transform 2D Skew
CSS Transform 2D Matrix
CSS Transform 3D Tutorial

In this tutorial, you are going to learn CSS transform 3d .You can learn different types of 3d transform with css3 transform like rotateX, rotateY, rotateZ, translateZ, translate3d, scalesZ, scale3d, perspective, matrix3d.

CSS Transform 3D Tutorial Translate
CSS Transform 3D Tutorial Scale
CSS Perspective Tutorial

In this tutorial you are going to learn css perspective.You can learn how to change the perspective view when rotating any html element in 3d.CSS Perspective property is very useful only when you are using tranform properties like rotateX, rotateY and ScaleZ.

CSS Transform-Style Tutorial

In this tutorial you are going to learn css transform-style.You can learn different type of css3 transform-style like preserve-3d and flat.This property is useful when you are using css transform property with 3d values like rotateX, rotateY, translateZ and ScaleZ.

CSS Backface-Visibility Tutorial

In this tutorial, you are going to learn css backface-visibility.You can learn when we transform in 3d format with css like rotateX or rotateY then how to hidden the background view of the rotating element with this css3 property backface-visibility.

CSS Animation Tutorial

In this tutorial, you are going to learn CSS animation properties. You can learn how to animate any HTML tag with the new css3 animation property. You can also learn other animation-related CSS properties like @keyframes, animation-name, animation-duration, animation-delay, animation-direction, animation-iteration-count, animation-timing-function.

in this project we are going to learn how we can create shape using svg line stroke.

In this tutorial you are going to learn css animation-fill-mode and animation-play-state .You can learn different type of animation fill mode like backwards, forwards and both with animation play state in paused or running mode.

In this tutorial, you are going to learn CSS animation-fill-mode and animation-play-state. You can learn different types of animation fill mode like backward, forwards and both with animation play state is paused or running mode.

GSAP animation
introduction and implementation GSAP animation
introduction and implementation GSAP animation part 2
Timeline in GSAP Create Your First Timeline
Create Animated Timeline Designs
SVG Projects

in our first project we are going to create svg stroke animation with CSS

In this project we are going to create svg elastic line effect

in this project we are going to learn how can we wrap a title using svg line stroke

in this project, we are going to create editable wavy text animation with 360-degree rotation

in this tutorial we are going to learn how we can create quick SVG loader animation.

in this project we are going to create 3D hover animation using svg

this is one of the most exciting project in our project series, in this project, we are going to create Path tracking animation.

in this section, we are going to learn how we can create multiple page loader using svg.

in this project, we are going to learn how we can create SVG Scroll drawing animation.

Project 11: svg map reuniting effect
Css Animation Project
Project 1 : CSS Animated Link Button
Project 2 : CSS 3D Flip on Hover - Pure CSS3 3D Button Hover Effects
Project 3 : Editable animated text
Project 4 : Animated Eyes Follow Mouse Cursor
Project 5 : CSS 3D Wavy Circle Loader Animation Effects
Project 6 : CSS 3d Layered Image Hover Effects
Project 7 : CSS3 3D Rotation Animation Effects
animated rainy cloud Part
animated rainy cloud Part 1
animated rainy cloud Part 2
CSS Loading... Text Animation Effects

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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 Mastering GSAP and CSS Animation with SVG with these activities:
Review CSS Fundamentals
Solidify your understanding of CSS fundamentals to better grasp the styling and animation techniques used with SVG.
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  • Review CSS selectors, properties, and values.
  • Practice basic CSS layouts and box model concepts.
  • Familiarize yourself with CSS transitions and transforms.
Read 'Practical SVG' by Chris Coyier
Strengthen your foundational knowledge of SVG syntax and attributes.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Practical SVG' by Chris Coyier.
  • Read the chapters covering SVG syntax, shapes, and attributes.
  • Experiment with creating and modifying SVG elements using the techniques described in the book.
Read 'SVG Animations' by Sarah Drasner
Expand your knowledge of SVG animation techniques and best practices.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'SVG Animations' by Sarah Drasner.
  • Read the chapters related to animation techniques and performance optimization.
  • Experiment with the code examples provided in the book.
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Recreate animation examples from the course
Reinforce your understanding of animation principles by replicating examples from the course.
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  • Select 2-3 animation examples from the course materials.
  • Analyze the code and animation techniques used in each example.
  • Recreate the animations from scratch, focusing on understanding the underlying principles.
Create a tutorial on a specific GSAP technique
Deepen your understanding of GSAP by teaching others a specific technique you learned in the course.
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  • Choose a GSAP technique that you find interesting or challenging.
  • Research the technique thoroughly and prepare clear explanations.
  • Create a written or video tutorial demonstrating the technique with examples.
  • Share your tutorial online and gather feedback.
Animate a complex SVG illustration
Apply your knowledge of GSAP and CSS animation to bring a detailed SVG illustration to life.
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  • Find a complex SVG illustration or create your own.
  • Plan the animation sequence and effects.
  • Implement the animation using GSAP or CSS, focusing on performance.
  • Refine the animation based on user feedback and testing.
Contribute to an open-source animation library
Gain real-world experience by contributing to an open-source project related to animation.
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  • Find an open-source animation library on GitHub or GitLab.
  • Review the library's documentation and contribution guidelines.
  • Identify a bug or feature request that you can address.
  • Submit a pull request with your changes.

Career center

Learners who complete Mastering GSAP and CSS Animation with SVG will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Web Animator
A web animator brings websites to life through captivating visuals. A web animator is responsible for designing and implementing animations for websites and web applications. This course explores CSS animation basics such as keyframes, transitions, and transforms, alongside advanced techniques that may prove invaluable to the web animator. Mastering SVG animation essentials and advanced techniques, including morphing and masking, provides the web animator with a diverse toolkit for creating stunning animations. The principles taught in this course may help enhance the user experience by facilitating the integration of engaging animations into web projects. The course's focus on optimizing animations for performance and browser compatibility allows the web animator to deliver seamless experiences across devices.
Frontend Developer
A frontend developer focuses on the client-side of web development, and animation is a powerful tool for creating interactive and engaging user interfaces. As a frontend developer, you might implement scalable vector graphics animations, and this course may help you understand how to do it well. This course provides a foundation in CSS and scalable vector graphics animation, enabling the frontend developer to create visually appealing and interactive web animations. The course covers integration with animation libraries and frameworks. A frontend developer who wishes to stand out from the crowd would do well to take this course.
User Interface Designer
Interface design is the process of creating the look and feel of a website or application. The user interface designer often incorporates animation to improve the feel of a design. The scalable vector graphics content covered in this course allows the user interface designer to create animations that scale to different devices. This course covers topics such as animation timing functions, animation properties, and animation performance optimization. The user interface designer may find that the responsive animations and browser compatibility aspects covered can help ensure animations work smoothly across different devices and browsers. A user interface designer would be well served to advance their skill set with this course.
Web Developer
Web developers build and maintain websites, and incorporating engaging animations can significantly enhance the user experience. As a web developer, you will learn the essential principles, techniques, and best practices of CSS and scalable vector graphics animation. This course may help you understand how to integrate these technologies into web projects. This course might be just what a web developer needs to take their designs to the next level.
User Experience Designer
The user experience designer focuses on the overall feel of a digital product, and animation is a key component in creating engaging experiences. The user experience designer uses animation to guide users, provide feedback, and enhance the overall appeal of a website or application. This course helps the user experience designer understand the principles and techniques behind effective animation design. Understanding the role of CSS and scalable vector graphics in creating dynamic web content is essential for any user experience designer. This course helps them leverage these technologies to create animations that engage and delight users. This course may help the user experience designer enhance user experience by adding engaging animations to websites and web applications.
Interaction Designer
An interaction designer focuses on how users interact with a digital product, and creating smooth and intuitive animations is a key part of this. The interaction designer will explore CSS properties and scalable vector graphics elements to enhance the user experience. This course may help the interaction designer learn advanced techniques such as animation timing functions and properties. Interaction designers may leverage SVG to create complex and interactive animations. You can learn how to create visually appealing designs with this course.
Motion Graphics Designer
A motion graphics designer creates animated content for various media, and the web is an increasingly important platform. Motion graphics designers are tasked with bringing static content to life, adding interactivity and enhancing user experience. You may benefit by exploring CSS keyframes, transitions, transforms, and animation performance optimization. For the motion graphics designer, advanced scalable vector graphics animation, including morphing, masking, and responsive animations, can open up new creative possibilities. This course provides a solid grounding in the core areas of knowledge for a motion graphics designer.
Multimedia Designer
The multimedia designer works with various media formats, and incorporating animation can enhance the visual appeal and engagement of their projects. This course explores keyframes, transitions, and transforms. The multimedia designer can leverage advanced scalable vector graphics animation techniques to create complex and interactive animations. The techniques taught in this course may prove useful to the multimedia designer.
Digital Artist
Digital artists create artwork using digital tools, and animation is a powerful way to bring their creations to life. A digital artist might be interested in learning how to bring their creations to life. Through this course, the digital artist may learn to create visually appealing and interactive web animations using CSS and scalable vector graphics. The course helps you understand the principles and techniques behind effective animation design. A digital artist who takes this course will expand their tool kit and create a world of new opportunities.
Creative Coder
Creative coders use code to create art and interactive experiences, and animation is a core part of this field. The creative coder might be interested in understanding the fundamentals of animation and the role of CSS and scalable vector graphics in creating dynamic web content. By mastering scalable vector graphics animation essentials and advanced techniques, creative coders can create visually appealing and unique designs. The creative coder can explore the possibility of integrating CSS and scalable vector graphics animation techniques to create seamless and visually stunning web animations.
Game Developer
Game developers create video games, and animation is essential for bringing game characters and environments to life. Animation is a critical part of many modern games. As a game developer, you may add animations to the games you develop. This course provides a foundation in CSS and scalable vector graphics animation. This course may help the game developer enhance user experience by adding engaging animations to their games.
Augmented Reality Developer
Augmented reality developers create immersive experiences that blend the real world with digital elements, and animation plays a key role in making these experiences feel natural and engaging. Immersive experiences often include animations to help the user integrate with the augmented reality. The augmented reality developer may create visually appealing and interactive animations using CSS and scalable vector graphics. By understanding the principles and techniques behind effective animation design the augmented reality developer may improve the augmented reality experience.
Virtual Reality Developer
Virtual reality developers create fully immersive digital worlds, and animation is crucial for making these worlds feel believable and interactive. Believable interactions often include animations that provide feedback to the user. The virtual reality developer integrates animation libraries and frameworks into their projects. This course may help the virtual reality developer enhance user experience by adding engaging animations to their games.
Mobile App Developer
Mobile app developers build applications for smartphones and tablets, and animation can greatly enhance the user experience on these devices. The mobile app developer may create visually appealing and interactive app animations using CSS and scalable vector graphics. By optimizing animations for performance and browser compatibility the mobile app developer delivers seamless experiences on the go.
Data Visualization Specialist
Data visualization specialists transform raw data into meaningful and engaging visual representations, and animation can be used to highlight trends and insights. The data visualization specialist may use animation timing functions, animation properties, and animation performance optimization. With an understanding of responsive animations and browser compatibility, you can ensure your animations work smoothly across different devices and browsers. This course may help the data visualization specialist enhance user experience by adding engaging animations to websites and web applications.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Mastering GSAP and CSS Animation with SVG.
Provides a comprehensive guide to creating complex and performant SVG animations. It covers advanced techniques beyond the scope of the course, offering deeper insights into SVG animation principles. It valuable resource for students looking to master SVG animation and create truly stunning web experiences. This book is commonly used by industry professionals.
Provides a practical introduction to SVG, covering the basics of creating and manipulating SVG elements. It great resource for students who want to solidify their understanding of SVG syntax and attributes. It is more valuable as additional reading than it is as a current reference. This book is commonly used as a textbook at academic institutions.

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