Web Development Essentials (030-100)

Overview

The LPI Web Development Essentials certification is an introductory, vendor-neutral credential designed to teach the fundamentals of full-stack web development, with a strong focus on JavaScript. This comprehensive course covers both front-end and back-end development, empowering learners to create complete web applications from scratch. Students will explore browser-based web APIs for dynamic user interfaces, Node.js for server-side programming, and essential concepts like responsive design, web security, and accessibility. As part of LPI’s Essentials track, this single-exam certification provides a solid foundation for aspiring web developers and a stepping stone to more advanced programming skills.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners eager to start a career in web development.
• IT professionals transitioning to full-stack development roles.
• Students and enthusiasts seeking practical skills in JavaScript and web technologies.
• Anyone preparing for the LPI Web Development Essentials certification exam.

Prerequisites

To succeed in this course, participants should have:

• Basic familiarity with computers and web browsing.
• An introductory understanding of programming concepts (preferred but not required).
• Access to a development environment (e.g., a computer with a modern browser and Node.js installed).

What You Will Learn

In this course, you will gain expertise in:

• Building dynamic web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Developing server-side applications with Node.js and Express.
• Understanding web application architecture, HTTP, and database basics with SQL.
• Applying responsive design, security, and accessibility best practices.

Benefits of the Course

By completing this course, you will:

• Acquire the skills to build complete, modern web applications from start to finish.
• Earn a globally recognized certification to boost your career in web development.
• Gain a strong foundation for advanced programming and full-stack development roles.
• Develop confidence in using JavaScript and open source tools across the web stack.

Course Outline

• Software Development Basics
  • Software Development Basics
  • Web Application Architecture
  • HTTP Basics
• HTML Document Markup
  • HTML Document Anatomy
  • HTML Semantics and Document Hierarchy
  • HTML References and Embedded Resources
  • HTML Forms
• CSS Content Styling
  • CSS Basics
  • CSS Selectors and Style Application
  • CSS Styling
  • CSS Box Model and Layout
• JavaScript Programming
  • JavaScript Execution and Syntax
  • JavaScript Data Structures
  • JavaScript Control Structures and Functions
  • JavaScript Manipulation of Website Content and Styling
• Node.js Server Programming
  • Node.js Basics
  • Node.js Express Basics
  • SQL Basics