BEGINNER FULL-STACK WEB DEVELOPMENT

Program Overview This free, beginner-friendly program introduces students to full-stack web development through live demonstrations, guided coding exercises, and hands-on practice. Students will learn how frontend, backend, and database technologies work together to build functional web applications. No prior web development experience is required. Program Details - Mentor: Ayomide Olawoyin - Level: Beginner - Fee: Free - Format: Live online classes via Google Meet - Duration: 5 weeks (5 sessions) - Class Duration: 1 hour per session - Schedule: Every Thursday - Time: 6:30 PM WAT | 10:30 AM MST | 11:00 PM IST - Start Date: November 5, 2026 - End Date: December 3, 2026 - Total Learning Hours: 5 hours - Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy; no prior coding experience required. 5-Session Learning Roadmap Session 1: Introduction to Web Development - How websites and web applications work - Frontend vs. backend development - HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals Session 2: Frontend Development - JavaScript fundamentals and user interactions - Introduction to React.js - Components, props, and state - Building interactive user interfaces Session 3: Backend Development - Introduction to Node.js and Express.js - Servers, HTTP requests, and REST APIs - Client-server communication Session 4: Databases and Integration - Database fundamentals and SQL - Storing and retrieving information - Connecting frontend, backend, and databases Session 5: Practical Project and Deployment - Building a simple full-stack application - Application testing and basic debugging - Introduction to web application deployment Expected Learning Outcomes By the end of the program, students will be able to: - Explain the architecture of a full-stack web application. - Understand frontend, backend, and database technologies. - Build basic interactive user interfaces. - Understand how REST APIs connect application components. - Perform basic database operations using SQL. - Apply introductory debugging and problem-solving skills. - Develop a simple full-stack project. - Understand the fundamentals of web application deployment. Program Format - Live, interactive online instruction - Practical coding demonstrations and exercises - Guided hands-on activities - Questions, discussions, and problem-solving - Mentor guidance and feedback Technical Requirements Students should have: - A computer with a stable internet connection - A modern web browser - Visual Studio Code (recommended) - Access to Google Meet The meeting link and joining instructions will be shared with registered participants before the sessions begin. Registration Participation is completely free, but advance registration is required to secure a place. Students are encouraged to attend all five sessions, participate actively, and practice the concepts introduced throughout the program.