Front-End Development Mastery Course

Lesson Plan

Module 1: Understanding the Web Development Landscape

• Evolution of Web Development: Static to Dynamic Websites
• Roles in Web Development: Front-End, Back-End, and Full-Stack
•  Current Trends in Front-End Development (Single-Page Applications, Progressive Web Apps)

Module 2: Overview of Front-End vs. Back-End Development

•  Key Differences and How They Work Together
•  Client-Side vs. Server-Side Rendering
•  Introduction to APIs and their Role in Front-End Development

Module 3: Essential Tools and Technologies for Front-End Developers

•  Local Development Setup (Node.js, npm, yarn)
•  Code Editors and IDEs (VS Code, Sublime Text)
•  Browser Developer Tools and Debugging Techniques
•  Package Managers and Dependency Management

Module 4:. Structure of an HTML Document

•  Understanding DOCTYPE and Document Structure
•  Meta Tags and Their Role (SEO, Accessibility, Viewport)
•  Organizing Content with Semantic HTML (header, footer, section, article)

Module 5: Common HTML Tags and Elements

•  Inline vs. Block-Level Elements
•  Text Formatting and Structure (headings, paragraphs, lists)
•  Embedding Images, Videos, and Audio
•  Hyperlinks and Navigation

Module 6: Creating Forms and Tables in HTML

•  Form Elements (input types, select, textarea)
•  Form Validation (Client-side vs. Server-side)
•  Building Accessible Forms with ARIA
•  Structuring Data with Tables, Table Accessibility

Module 7: Introduction to CSS and Its Role in Web Design

•  CSS Syntax and Selectors
•  Understanding the Cascade, Specificity, and Inheritance
•  Linking CSS to HTML (External, Internal, Inline)

Module 8: Styling Elements with Classes and IDs

•  Using Classes, IDs, and Attribute Selectors
•  Pseudo-Classes and Pseudo-Elements (hover, focus, before, after)
•  Custom Properties (CSS Variables) for Reusable Styles

Module 9: Layout Techniques Using Flexbox and Grid

•  Understanding the Box Model (margin, padding, border)
•  Flexbox Basics: Container and Item Properties
•  CSS Grid for Two-Dimensional Layouts
•  Building Complex Layouts with Flexbox and Grid Together

Module 10: Principles of Responsive Web Design

•  Why Responsive Design Matters
•  Fluid Layouts vs. Fixed Layouts
•  Using Flexible Units (%, em, rem, vw, vh)

Module 11: Using Media Queries for Different Devices

•  Breakpoints for Mobile, Tablet, and Desktop
•  Responsive Images and Picture Element
•  Dark Mode and Theming with Media Queries

Module 12: Designing for Mobile-First Approach

•  Progressive Enhancement vs. Graceful Degradation
•  Optimizing for Touch Interactions (hover, swipe)
•  Accessibility Considerations for Mobile Devices

Module 13: Introduction to JavaScript and Its Syntax

•  Embedding JavaScript in HTML (script tag, async, defer)
•  JavaScript Variables and Data Types (let, const, var)
•  Writing Clean and Readable Code (naming conventions, comments)

Module 14: Understanding Variables, Functions, and Control Structures

•  Functions (declarations, expressions, arrow functions)
•  Control Flow (if-else, loops, switch statements)
•  Scoping and Hoisting in JavaScript

Module 15: Manipulating the DOM with JavaScript

•  Document Object Model (DOM) Overview
•  Selecting Elements (querySelector, getElementById)
•  Adding and Removing Elements Dynamically
•  Event Listeners and Handling User Input

Module 16: Working with ES6+ Features

•  Destructuring, Spread and Rest Operators
•  Template Literals for Dynamic Strings
•  Classes and Object-Oriented Programming Concepts

Module 17: Understanding Asynchronous JavaScript

•  Callbacks, Promises, and Async/Await
•  Error Handling in Asynchronous Code
•  Understanding the Event Loop and JavaScript Runtime

Module 18. Introduction to AJAX and Fetching Data

•  What is AJAX? Why It Matters
•  Using the Fetch API for HTTP Requests
•  Parsing JSON and Handling Responses
•  Consuming RESTful APIs and Displaying Data

Module 19: Overview of Popular Front-End Frameworks

•  React, Vue, and Angular: Strengths and Differences
•  When to Use a Framework vs. Vanilla JavaScript
•  Introduction to State Management (Redux, Vuex)

Module 20. Setting Up a Development Environment

•  Using Create React App, Vue CLI, or Angular CLI
•  Project Structure and Configuration
•  Integrating with Dev Tools (React DevTools, Vue DevTools)

Module 21: Building a Simple Application with a Chosen Framework

•  Creating and Managing Components
•  Handling Props, State, and Lifecycle Methods
•  Implementing Routing for Single Page Applications
•  Fetching Data from APIs and Displaying Dynamic Content

Module 22: Understanding Git and Its Importance in Development

•  Version Control Concepts (Commit, Branch, Merge)
•  Setting Up a Git Repository Locally
•  Working with Remote Repositories (GitHub, GitLab)

Module 23: Basic Git Commands for Version Control

•  Cloning, Pulling, Pushing, and Merging Changes
•  Reverting and Resetting Commits
•  Working with Branches: Best Practices

Module 24: Collaborating with Others Using GitHub

•  Pull Requests and Code Reviews
•  Managing Issues and Project Boards
•  Using GitHub Actions for Continuous Integration

Module 25: Applying Learned Skills to Build a Complete Web Project

•  Planning and Wireframing a Full-Stack Web Application
•  Building Reusable Components and Modular CSS
•  Integrating APIs and Managing Application State
•  Testing and Debugging the Application

Module 26: Best Practices for Portfolio Creation

•  Designing a Personal Website for Your Portfolio
•  Showcasing Projects with Live Demos and Source Code Links
•  Writing Case Studies and Project Descriptions

Module 27:  Tips for Showcasing Your Work to Potential Employers

•  Building a Professional Resume and LinkedIn Profile
•  Reaching Out to Recruiters and Networking Online
•  Preparing for Technical Interviews and Coding Challenges

Bonus Content

Module 28: Tips for Securing Front-End Development Jobs

•  Building a Job Search Strategy
•  Understanding Different Types of Front-End Roles (UI Developer, JavaScript Developer)
•  Preparing for Common Front-End Interview Questions

Module 29: Advanced CSS Techniques (Flexbox, Grid, and Animations)

• Advanced Flexbox Patterns and Complex Grids
• Creating CSS Animations and Transitions
• Using CSS for Dark Mode and Theming

Module 30: Free Front-End Development Tools and Resources

• Online Learning Platforms and Documentation (MDN, freeCodeCamp)
• Design Tools for Developers (Figma, Adobe XD)
• Code Playground Tools (CodePen, JSFiddle)