Web and App Development

Learn more about the skills and certifications you need for a career as a front-end, back-end, iOS or Android developer.

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[Featured Image] A software developer works on building the application layer and relevant protocols for a new program.

Understanding the Application Layer of the OSI Model

The application layer enables you to access and interface with network resources, such as digital communications and browsing. Explore why the application layer is important and how it works.

October 4, 2024

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[Featured Image] A programmer works on getting their full stack developer certification in their home office, watching something on their laptop and taking notes in a notebook on their knee.

Full-Stack Developer Certification Guide

A full-stack developer certification or certificate can help you build and verify the skills you need in this career path. Explore some of your certification options below.

October 3, 2024

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[Featured Image] A woman stands outside wearing augmented reality (AR) glasses.

What Is Augmented Reality (AR)?

Discover the difference between AR and VR and how augmented reality (AR) can enhance the world with digital information, including real use cases for AR and careers that work with AR technology.

August 28, 2024

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[Featured Image] A software developer works on building the application layer and relevant protocols for a new program.

Understanding the Application Layer of the OSI Model

The application layer enables you to access and interface with network resources, such as digital communications and browsing. Explore why the application layer is important and how it works.

October 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A programmer works on getting their full stack developer certification in their home office, watching something on their laptop and taking notes in a notebook on their knee.

Full-Stack Developer Certification Guide

A full-stack developer certification or certificate can help you build and verify the skills you need in this career path. Explore some of your certification options below.

October 3, 2024

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Explore popular web and app development courses

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Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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4.7
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, React.js, Javascript

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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Version Control, Restful API, Responsive Web Design, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, SQL, Database Design, API Design, Linux Commands, Python Programming

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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured Image] A programmer sits at their desk and helps their company integrate AI.

Will AI Replace Programmers and Software Engineers?

Discover answers to the question, "Will AI replace programmers and software engineers?' Explore the benefits and limitations of AI and the future of programming with this guide.

April 5, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young web developer sitting in front of a computer and discussing their coding with a coworker.

How to Become a Web Developer Without a Degree

Learn about how to become a web developer without a degree, including the different types of web development jobs, skill requirements, and steps to follow to reach your career goals.

April 2, 2024

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[Featured image] A Java developer sits at his desk with a laptop and talks about his next project with a colleague.

What Does a Java Developer Do?

Explore the work duties, skills, and employment prospects of a Java developer.

April 2, 2024

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[Featured Image] A dark-haired programmer turns away from their laptop and computer monitor while learning how to code.

A Beginner’s Guide for Learning How to Code

Learning how to code, particularly if you’re a beginner, can be challenging. Use this helpful guide to learn more about what coding is, discover different coding languages, explore the benefits of learning to code, and more.

April 1, 2024

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[Featured image] A person uses an augmented reality app on a tablet to measure space for their interior design career.

5 Augmented Reality Careers

Discover five augmented reality career options in this increasingly popular industry and explore tips for getting started.

March 21, 2024

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[Featured image] A front-end web developer sits at a computer wearing a headset and chats with a client about creating a new website.

How to Become a Front-End Web Developer

Learn more about the typical requirements associated with a career as a front-end web developer. Additionally, explore the usual tasks you will perform, the education and skills you need, and the earning potential for this position.

March 14, 2024

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[Featured image] A software tester in a home office performs black box testing.

What Is Black Box Testing?

Explore what black box testing is, how you can benefit from its capabilities, and steps you can take to learn more.

February 27, 2024

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[Featured Image] An iOS developer in a blue collared shirt in the office at their standing desk using a stylus at a laptop as well as paper blueprints to design software applications for mobile phones.

iOS Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about average iOS developer salaries based on experience, location, industry, and more.

February 20, 2024

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[Featured Image] Young back-end developer with long red hair and glasses looking at two computer screens as they design the server side of a website.

Back-End Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn more about a back-end developer’s salary and the factors that affect earnings, including skills, experience, industry, location, and certifications.

February 20, 2024

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[Featured Image] A woman stands outside wearing augmented reality (AR) glasses.

What Is Augmented Reality (AR)?

Discover the difference between AR and VR and how augmented reality (AR) can enhance the world with digital information, including real use cases for AR and careers that work with AR technology.

August 28, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A programmer sits at their desk and helps their company integrate AI.

Will AI Replace Programmers and Software Engineers?

Discover answers to the question, "Will AI replace programmers and software engineers?' Explore the benefits and limitations of AI and the future of programming with this guide.

April 5, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A young web developer sitting in front of a computer and discussing their coding with a coworker.

How to Become a Web Developer Without a Degree

Learn about how to become a web developer without a degree, including the different types of web development jobs, skill requirements, and steps to follow to reach your career goals.

April 2, 2024

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[Featured image] A Java developer sits at his desk with a laptop and talks about his next project with a colleague.

What Does a Java Developer Do?

Explore the work duties, skills, and employment prospects of a Java developer.

April 2, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A dark-haired programmer turns away from their laptop and computer monitor while learning how to code.

A Beginner’s Guide for Learning How to Code

Learning how to code, particularly if you’re a beginner, can be challenging. Use this helpful guide to learn more about what coding is, discover different coding languages, explore the benefits of learning to code, and more.

April 1, 2024

Article

[Featured image] A person uses an augmented reality app on a tablet to measure space for their interior design career.

5 Augmented Reality Careers

Discover five augmented reality career options in this increasingly popular industry and explore tips for getting started.

March 21, 2024

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[Featured image] A front-end web developer sits at a computer wearing a headset and chats with a client about creating a new website.

How to Become a Front-End Web Developer

Learn more about the typical requirements associated with a career as a front-end web developer. Additionally, explore the usual tasks you will perform, the education and skills you need, and the earning potential for this position.

March 14, 2024

Article

[Featured image] A software tester in a home office performs black box testing.

What Is Black Box Testing?

Explore what black box testing is, how you can benefit from its capabilities, and steps you can take to learn more.

February 27, 2024

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[Featured Image] An iOS developer in a blue collared shirt in the office at their standing desk using a stylus at a laptop as well as paper blueprints to design software applications for mobile phones.

iOS Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about average iOS developer salaries based on experience, location, industry, and more.

February 20, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Young back-end developer with long red hair and glasses looking at two computer screens as they design the server side of a website.

Back-End Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn more about a back-end developer’s salary and the factors that affect earnings, including skills, experience, industry, location, and certifications.

February 20, 2024

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Web and app development cover a wide variety of skills and careers, from programming languages like Python and Java to front- and back-end development. With so many options and opportunities available, it can be tricky to know where to start. On Coursera, you'll find expert resources to support your goals, whether you're just starting or are ready to take the next step in your career. Explore web and app development topics, including:

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