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Students start practicing as soon as they have successfully passed the enrolment test. In advance of the first lesson, they receive theoretical materials on layout and JavaScript so they can start working on specific use cases right off the bat! 

Once prelims are out of the way, you will dive into HTML. HTML is the logical markup of a web page. By mastering this structure, you will be able to start adding data to pages. In the first part of the course, you will learn to do just that by modeling markup via HTML tags and commanding the browser to properly render your tags using CSS instructions. The HTML & CSS overview includes: 

• CSS selectors 
• Handling design elements 
• Manipulating the size and position of blocks on the page 
• Working with margins and indents 
• Understanding the block layout order 
• Testing layout results 
• Adaptive layouts 
• Nuances of cross-browser layout 
• Basic animation 
• The CSS3 standard 
• Frequently used dev tools 

While HTML defines the layout of the site and CSS handles its appearance, JavaScript triggers the action. With the help of JavaScript code, you – the programmer – determine how the page will react to user action. Module 2 introduces students to the basic syntax of this popular programming language. 

• In this module you will find: 
• Base and object data types 
• Type conversion 
• Variables and naming rules 
• Conditions, operators, arrays, loops, functions 
• Scope and closures 
• Control structures 
• Error processing 
• Browser events and the difference between Localstorage/Sessionstorage

Moreover, you will grasp the sequence of event processing known as event loops, learn how to interact with the DOM browser, and handle callback functions, while also working with the developer console, debugging, and eliminating errors from your code. This module also features a deep dive into the jQuery library. Upon completion, will be able to create your first web page with an appropriate layout and interactive features. 

Building on the HTML fundamentals you acquired in the first part of the course, Module 3 teaches you how to create adaptive web interfaces with varying complexity that will work on both widescreen monitors and mobile phones. You will become acquainted with one of the most popular CSS pre-processors – SASS, and get a clear sense of its syntax, settings, and frequent integration with the Gulp collector. 

In addition, you will also learn: 

• The BEM CSS methodology
• Pixel precision layout 
• Layout with support for Retina screens 
• Cross browser layout 
• Web accessibility
• Mobile-First design

A deeper dive into JavaScrip, Module 4 introduces you to the basics of object-oriented programming (OOP), design pattern essentials, functional programming, the ES6 ES7 (ECMAScript) standard, and MVC architecture. You will also learn:

• Constructors
• Prototype inheritance (prototyping)
• Recursion
• Modules
• Strict mode
• Cookies
• Async / Await

By the end of this module, you will be well versed in the latest industry standards of WebSocket, JSONP, AJAX, XMLHttpRequest, Promise, Single Page Application, and have a solid understanding of RESTful API and the ability to test your code using the framework.  

In this module, you will immerse yourself in one of the most popular libraries for building web applications – React.js. You will master a pioneering approach to creating pages for sites and applications. Also included are: 

• JSX layout 
• Virtual DOM 
• React.js components 
• Working with the Props / State component 
• React Router 
• Redux 
• Operating ImmutableJS in the React / Redux application 
• Handling middleware, Redux-thunk 
• Redux forms 
• Testing applications with Jest and Enzyme
• Using hooks in React

This workshop includes:

• Deep dive into Node.js technology
• Using the NPM package manager
• Express.js framework
• Working with databases such as MongoDB

At the end of the module, you will be able to develop backend functionalities for existing applications, as well as create various REST APIs using the popular Express.js framework.

Throughout the course, you will become familiar with the Git version control system. This will greatly improve your ability to work with others and to problem solve. We will expand on the following topics:

• Working with Git Bash
• The Git pipeline: from creating a repository to sending it to a remote server
• How to use branches
• Handling configuration files

An integral part of the course curriculum, real-time coaching sessions from renowned industry experts will take your Tech skills to the next level.

With the commencement of the third module, you will begin to develop interpersonal and presentation skills. You will take part in simulated interviews, closely aligned with what you can expect from sitting down with a potential employer and receive constant feedback on your performance. Working with professional recruiters and industry experts, you will develop a strong resume, and learn how to present yourself and your work in a compelling manner, as well as navigate Tech lingo.

You will team up with fellow course mates to develop a product for potential start-up clients under weekly SCRUM-master support. Once your project is realised, you will present it to the members of the Advisory Board.