Development

Web Developer
Jumpstart your career in web development by learning to build responsive,
dynamic websites.

Average duration
Path duration: Associate's-level
Job guarantee** Personal mentor of full-time study:
400 hours diploma*
6 months

*Développeur web - NSF 326t - Level 5 (Eu) 5 (UK) Associate's-level diploma (Fr) - filed in the RNCP by ministerial order 2/25/16
officially published on 3/17/16
** Conditions available at https://openclassrooms.com/en/job-guarantee
One million computer programming jobs are estimated to be created in the U.S. by
2020 - as well as 700,000 in Europe - thanks to unprecedented growth in the tech
sector.

Here at OpenClassrooms, we pinpoint the key skills needed for the most in-demand
jobs and develop courses and diplomas to train our students in those areas. That’s why
we've developed this six-month associate-level diploma in web development, which
you can complete entirely online with the help of a dedicated mentor.

What will I do as a web developer?

Web developers are a fundamental part of any tech team. As entry-level developers,
they bring to life the mockups created by UX designers. They translate these graphic
recommendations into web languages by writing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code.
They are often in charge of:

translating graphical mockups into web pages in HTML and CSS

integrating text, image, animation, video, and sound content on the web
optimizing the performance and compliance of web pages
establishing communication between the interface and server with JavaScript
develop simple web applications from user requirements specifications

You're probably new to web development and may still be wondering whether the
Web Developer Path is the right path for you. Learn more about the field of web
development here.

How much will I earn?

Web development can be a lucrative career with many prospects opening up as you
continue to rack up valuable experience. Here is what you can expect to earn in your
career as a web developer, followed by your economic opportunities as you evolve in
your web development career.

United States

Entry-level web developer: $25,000 - $75,000

Experienced web developers: $50,000 - $90,000 +

United Kingdom

Entry-level web developer: £21,000 - £25,000

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Experienced web developers: £25,000 - £40,000 +

Salaries will vary depending on your location or the location of your employer.

What are my job prospects?

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 24,000 new job
positions in web development will be created between 2016-2026, with a 15% growth
rate.

OpenClassrooms' Web Developer Path can prepare you for the following jobs:

Junior web developer (5000+ jobs listed in US + UK on Indeed, Glassdoor, and

Reed)
Web developer
Web integrator
Webmaster
Web designer
E-commerce web developer

Earning a certification as a web developer will give you:

an accelerated dive straight into a web development career at the entry-level, or

a head start if you decide in the future to pursue more advanced web
development training as a front-end, back-end, or full-stack developer.

Who is eligible to enroll?

This program is accessible to all, but here are some recommendations:

A high school diploma / GCSE level

A good level of English (for non-native speakers, a CEFR level of B2, an IELTS band
score of 6.5, or a TOEFL score of 80 is recommended)
Access to a computer (PC or Mac), headphones, a webcam
Good internet access

What will I learn?

By the end of this path, you will have learned and practiced the following professional
skills:

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 Apply the mentality and techniques of a lifelong learner
Integrate a web page from a graphical mockup in HTML5, CSS3, and Sass
Implement a relevant navigation structure for a website
Create simple animations using CSS
Research, analyze, and implement current SEO best practices
Ensure web pages are compliant with accessibility standards
Make websites responsive to screen sizes and compatible with different browsers
Change elements of a website dynamically using the JavaScript programming
language
Develop and interact with web services with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB
Process and store user data securely according to OWASP standards
Build user interfaces and single-page applications using the Vue.js framework

How will I learn at OpenClassrooms?

Our learning method is unique and revolves around two elements: professional
projects and dedicated mentoring sessions.

Projects
At OpenClassrooms, learning is project-driven because that’s the fastest way to
become proficient. Projects offer hands-on experience so you can hit the ground
running when you start your new job.

The Web Developer Path has 7 projects that you’ll need to complete one at a time.
You’ll receive a detailed brief with the context, customer requirements, and additional
details. Then it’s up to you to go and make it real! To do this, you’ll have to be creative,
coming up with innovative solutions to the questions at hand.

Want to see an example of a project? Read our blog post here.

Mentorship
During your path, you will be assigned a mentor who will offer one-to-one support via
weekly video conference sessions. This mentor will offer guidance on your projects,
help define objectives and guide you until you reach them. Our mentors are dedicated
professionals who are experts in their field and have experience in sharing their know-
how with our students.

Any questions? Contact our student advisors at +44 20 3868 9900 or +1 (929) 376 0101,
or request more information here. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am- 6.00pm
UK time, until 1 pm Eastern Time.

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Project 1 - 20 hours

A Day in the Life of a Web

Developer
What will your job look like? Get a peek at what it's actually like to work as a
web developer! You'll analyze the job and define a learning strategy for working
towards becoming an autonomous professional.

Skills
Describe the role of a web developer
Develop a learning plan to develop the required skills for a developer

Associated courses

Learn How to Learn

Easy 6 hours

The ability to learn quickly and effectively is a key skill that can
open the door to any domain or career throughout your life.
Follow this course to improve your learning capacity and to
take control of your personal and professional development!

Understanding the Web

Easy 4 hours

Does the web interest you, but you aren’t totally clear on how
the whole thing works behind the scenes? Learn internet
history, vocabulary, logistics, and more with this course!

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Project 2 - 60 hours

Turn Your Resume Into a Web

Page
Follow a mockup to turn your resume or CV into an attractive web page using
HTML & CSS.

Skills
Follow code standards in HTML & CSS
Track a code project with version control on GitHub
Implement a responsive layout
Integrate web content according to a mockup using HTML & CSS
Define the structure of a web page according to a mockup
Prepare web page elements according to a mockup

Associated courses

Build Your First Web Pages With HTML and CSS

Easy 10 hours

Learn to create your first web pages using HTML and CSS, the
two most important languages on the web. No coding
experience required!

Create Web Page Layouts With CSS

Easy 10 hours

Go beyond basic HTML and CSS skills and learn how to create great
layouts using CSS layout techniques!

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Learn the Command Line in Terminal
Easy 4 hours

The command line in Terminal is where a lot of programming

efficiency happens. Take this course to better communicate
with your computer!

Manage Your Code Project With Git & Github

Easy 20 hours

Using Git and Github is key for programmers, especially when

working on a team! Manage your source code and track
changes to your files with version control. Fix mistakes with Git
commands!

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Project 3 - 80 hours

Upgrade Your Online Resume

to an Interactive Portfolio
Take your web development skills to the next level by creating a responsive,
multi-page website with a navigation structure and interactive design effects.

Skills
Develop a navigation structure for a website
Implement design effects using CSS & Sass
Ensure design consistency on a website

Associated courses

Produce Maintainable CSS With Sass

Medium 15 hours

Learn to write clean, maintainable, and modular CSS code

through the implementation of designed naming and file
structures, such as BEM, and the use of Sass, a CSS
precompiler.

Create Modern CSS Animations

Medium 15 hours

By animating elements of a web page, we can guide the

attention of our visitors, creating a more fluid user experience.
Take your CSS skills to the next level and bring your web pages
to life with modern CSS animations!

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Project 4 - 40 hours

Optimize an Existing Website

Research and implement current best practices and standards in web
development, including SEO, size and speed, and accessibility.

Skills
Write current, maintainable code in HTML & CSS
Analyze the search engine performance of a website
Ensure the accessibility of a website according to WCAG2.0
Optimize the size and speed of a website
Research web development best practices

Associated courses

Drive Traffic to Your Website With Search Engine

Optimization (SEO)
Easy 10 hours

Find out how to implement an effective SEO strategy as part

of your organization's overall online marketing plan. Increase
organic traffic from Google to your website.

Ensure Your Website Meets Technical SEO

Requirements
Medium 10 hours

Drive traffic to your website by improving its crawlability and

speed. Also learn how to optimize a website coded in
JavaScript or a multilingual website to meet the requirements
of search engines.

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Make Your Web Content Accessible
Easy 6 hours

How do people with disabilities interact with the web using

assistive technologies? In this course, you'll assess for web
accessibility barriers using the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) and design with digital inclusion in mind,
from visual design to interactions.

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Project 5 - 90 hours

Build an eCommerce Website

Use the JavaScript programming language to interact with users and external
services. Apply a test-driven approach to web development.

Skills
Ensure data quality using data validation and cleaning
Create a test plan for an application
Interact with a web service using JavaScript
Manage website events with JavaScript

Associated courses

Learn Programming With JavaScript

Easy 15 hours

Build a strong foundation in web development by learning

and practicing JavaScript, one of the major programming
languages on the web. You'll even create a simple application!

Write JavaScript for the Web

Medium 10 hours

Use your JavaScript skills to build interactive, dynamic web

apps. Learn to interact with your users and to leverage external
APIs to build rich, immersive user experiences.

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Test Your Website’s Interface
Easy 4 hours

Creating tests and applying a test-driven approach are

essential for writing reliable code. As a front-end developer,
you need to confirm that your application is always usable and
does what you want it to do!

Create Responsive Websites Efficiently With

Bootstrap 4
Medium 12 hours

Bootstrap, a popular CSS framework created by Twitter

developers, will save you design time and allow you to quickly
build attractive, responsive websites! Learn the latest version,
Bootstrap 4.

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Project 6 - 40 hours

Build a Secure API for a

Review App
Hot Takes is a new app for customer reviews of specialty hot sauces. Use
Node.js, Express, and MongoDB to build its NoSQL database. Secure customer
data by applying the OWASP web security standards.

Skills
Enable users to interact with a database using CRUD operations
Implement a data model
Store data securely using NoSQL

Associated courses

Go Full-Stack With Node.js, Express, and

MongoDB
Medium 10 hours

Take your JavaScript skills to the back end with Node, Express,
and MongoDB — build everything from secure web services to
full-featured APIs, creating tools for front end developers to
interact with easily.

Secure Your Web Application With OWASP

Medium 10 hours

To create a quality application, you must implement secure

coding practices! Learn to apply the techniques of OWASP, an
online community providing invaluable techniques and tools
for reducing security risks in web development.

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Project 7 - 70 hours

Build a Full-Stack Solution

Analyze a client’s needs to define the scope and features of a new application.
With the help of a front-end framework, build a full-stack solution, including a
SQL database.

Skills
Build a full-stack solution
Store data securely using SQL
Send personalized content to a client
Manage a user session

Associated courses

Create a Web Application With Vue.js

Medium 15 hours

Take your front-end applications to the next level with one of

the most popular JavaScript frameworks: Vue.js! Use Vue CLI,
Vuex, and reusable Vue components to build powerful apps
that can scale and grow.

Design the Logical Model of Your Relational

Database
Easy 4 hours

Ready to store your application's data? Let's cover the basics of

SQL and design the structure of your first relational database
with an Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD).

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Implement a Relational Database with SQL
Easy 4 hours

Ready to put your database modeling skills to use? Design and

build a physical relational database with Structured Query
Language (SQL) and learn the tools to manipulate your table
data.

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