In this course, you will develop the foundational skills to build modern websites using HTML and CSS. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to create structured web pages, style them using CSS, and implement advanced layout techniques like Flexbox. You’ll also gain practical experience with HTML forms, input elements, and learn how to enhance your development workflow using tools like VS Code and browser developer tools.
Foundations of Modern HTML & CSS
Foundations of Modern HTML & CSS
This course is part of Modern HTML & CSS From The Beginning 2.0 Specialization
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Beginner level
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Master essential HTML tags and their attributes for web content creation.
Understand CSS fundamentals and how to style text, backgrounds, and links effectively.
Learn to create interactive forms with input elements and improve user experience.
Apply advanced layout techniques like Flexbox to design responsive websites.
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April 2025
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Taught in English
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There are 7 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce the key concepts and tools you'll need for web development, including an overview of how the web works, the roles of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and how to set up your development environment with VS Code.
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4 videos2 readings
In this module, we will explore the foundational building blocks of HTML, covering essential tags, attributes, and document structure, and introduce tools to help streamline your development process and improve code quality.
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20 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into the world of HTML forms, teaching you how to build and customize forms for user interaction, and giving you the tools to create dynamic and functional input fields.
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9 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will expand on the range of HTML elements available, showing you how to incorporate multimedia, embed external content, and build more dynamic and engaging web pages.
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10 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will introduce you to the world of CSS, focusing on the basics of styling elements, including fonts, colors, and layout properties to give your web pages their visual identity.
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11 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will guide you through the CSS box model and positioning techniques, helping you master layout control by managing element sizes, spacing, and positioning.
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12 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore CSS Flexbox in detail, teaching you how to create fluid and responsive layouts that adapt seamlessly to different screen sizes and resolutions.
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8 videos1 reading2 assignments
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