LibGuides: Computer Science : Web Development

Types of Development

Frontend Development: Builds the part users see and interact with.
Backend Development: Powers the behind-the-scenes functions, like databases and servers.
Full Stack Development: Combines both frontend and backend skills.

Essential Technologies

HTML: Creates page structure.
CSS: Adds styles and design.
JavaScript: Brings interactivity to the page.
Backend Languages: Python, PHP, Node.js handle server-side logic.
Databases: MYSQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, manage data storage.

Development Tools

Text Editors: VSCode, Sublime Text
Version Control: Git (used with GitHub or GitLab)
Testing Tools: Browser Developer Tools, Lighthouse, Postman

Learning Resources

HTML and CSS by Jon Duckett
ISBN: 9781118008188
Publication Date: 2011-11-08
Jon Duckett's best-selling, full color introduction to HTML and CSS--making complex topics simple, accessible, and fun! Learn HTML and CSS from the book that has inspired hundreds of thousands of beginner-to-intermediate coders. Professional web designers, developers, and programmers as well as new learners are looking to amp up their web design skills at work and expand their personal development--yet finding the right resources online can be overwhelming. Take a confident step in the right direction by choosing the simplicity of HTML & CSS: Design and Build Websites by veteran web developer and programmer Jon Duckett. Widely regarded for setting a new standard for those looking to learn and master web development through his inventive teaching format, Jon Duckett has helped global brands like Philips, Nike, and Xerox create innovative digital solutions, designing and delivering web and mobile projects with impact and the customer at the forefront. In HTML & CSS, Duckett shares his real-world insights in a unique and highly visual style: Introduces HTML and CSS in a way that makes them accessible to everyone―from students to freelancers, and developers, programmers, marketers, social media managers, and more Combines full-color design graphics and engaging photography to explain the topics in an in-depth yet straightforward manner Provides an efficient and user-friendly structure that allows readers to progress through the chapters in a self-paced format Is perfect for anyone looking to update a content management system, run an e-commerce store, or redesign a website using popular web development tools HTML & CSS is well-written and readable, providing organized instruction in ways that other online courses, tutorials, and books have yet to replicate. For readers seeking a comprehensive yet concise guide to HTML and CSS, look no further than this one-of-a-kind guide. HTML & CSS is also available as part of two hardcover and paperback sets depending on your web design and development needs: Web Design with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery Set Paperback: 9781118907443 Hardcover: 9781119038634 Front-End Back-End Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, and MySQL Set Paperback: 9781119813095 Hardcover: 9781119813088

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