IBM Web Development Course: HTML and CSS Fundamentals

Course Description

Welcome to the exciting world of web development! This introductory course, offered by IBM, is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills in HTML (HyperText Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) - the building blocks of modern websites. Through a hands-on, guided approach, you'll dive into the essentials of web design and coding, learning how to create and style a simple yet functional web page from scratch.

What students will learn from the course

• Create a new HTML document with proper metadata
• Define and structure the body of a web page
• Add various elements to a web page, including paragraphs, headings, images, lists, tables, and links
• Use CSS to modify text styles, including font family and size
• Apply CSS to change colors and add borders to HTML elements
• Gain a solid foundation in web development principles

Pre-requisites or skills necessary to complete the course

• Access to a web browser
• Basic computer skills

No prior coding experience is required, making this course perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills.

What the course will cover

• Introduction to HTML and CSS
• Creating an HTML document structure
• Adding content to web pages (text, images, lists, tables)
• Implementing hyperlinks
• Basics of CSS styling
• Modifying text appearance with CSS
• Applying colors and borders using CSS
• Best practices in web design

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for:

• Aspiring web developers
• IT professionals looking to expand their skill set
• Software engineers interested in front-end development
• Java developers wanting to broaden their expertise
• Anyone curious about creating their own websites

How learners can use these skills in the real world

The skills acquired in this course have numerous practical applications:

1. Building personal or professional websites
2. Enhancing existing web pages with improved design and functionality
3. Collaborating more effectively with web development teams
4. Understanding and modifying website code for various projects
5. Creating prototypes for web-based applications
6. Improving digital marketing efforts through better web presence

By mastering these foundational skills, you'll be well-equipped to explore more advanced web development concepts and potentially pursue a career in this dynamic and ever-growing field. Whether you're looking to enhance your professional capabilities or embark on a new hobby, this course provides the perfect starting point for your web development journey.