Web Design and Development

Module 1: Introduction to Web Design & Development

• Difference between Web Design and Web Development

• Overview of Frontend vs. Backend

• Understanding the Website Lifecycle: Domains, Hosting, Servers

• Essential Tools: Code Editors (VS Code), Browsers, DevTools, XAMPP

Module 2: HTML – The Structure of the Web

• HTML Syntax and Page Structure

• Headings, Lists, Links, Images, Tables, Forms

• Embedding Media (YouTube, Maps, PDFs)

• Semantic Elements (nav, article, section, etc.)

Module 3: CSS – Styling and Layout

• CSS Syntax, Selectors, and Properties

• Typography, Colors, Borders, Shadows

• Box Model: Margin, Padding, Border

• Layout Techniques: Flexbox, Grid

• Responsive Design using Media Queries

• Styling Forms and Navigation Menus

Module 4: JavaScript – Adding Interactivity

• Variables, Data Types, Conditions, Loops

• Functions and Events

• DOM Manipulation

• Simple Interactions: Alerts, Toggles, Tabs

• Form Validation with JavaScript

• Mini Projects: Image Slider, Calculator, Modal Popups

Module 5: Bootstrap – Rapid Responsive Design

• Introduction to Bootstrap Framework

• Grid System and Responsive Utilities

• Bootstrap Components (Navbar, Cards, Modals, Forms)

• Customizing Bootstrap Themes

• Creating Modern UI Layouts Quickly

Module 6: PHP – Server-Side Programming

• Introduction to PHP Syntax

• Variables, Arrays, Loops, Functions

• Handling Forms with PHP

• Sending Emails using PHP

• Connecting to MySQL Database

• CRUD Operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)

• Security: Sanitization and Validation

Module 7: WordPress – CMS for Dynamic Websites

• Installing WordPress Locally and via cPanel

• Exploring Themes and Plugins

• Creating and Managing Pages, Posts, and Menus

• Using Page Builders (Elementor, Block Editor)

• Adding Contact Forms, Galleries, and Sliders

• SEO and Security Plugins

• User Management and Site Settings

Module 8: Integrating Custom Code in WordPress

• Embedding Custom HTML/CSS/JS in WordPress

• Creating and Editing Child Themes

• Adding PHP Code to WordPress Templates

• Working with Theme Files (header.php, footer.php, etc.)

• Creating Custom Widgets and Shortcodes

Module 9: Hosting & Deployment

• Choosing the Right Hosting Provider

• Domain Setup and DNS Configuration

• Using cPanel, File Manager, and FTP (FileZilla)

• Deploying Static and Dynamic Sites

• WordPress Backup and Restore

• Website Performance and Security Best Practices

Module 10: Final Project – Full Website Development

• Design and Develop a Complete Website (Static or Dynamic)

• Choose Tools (HTML/CSS/JS/Bootstrap or WordPress/PHP)

• Optional Features: Blog, Portfolio, Gallery, E-commerce

• Mobile Responsive and SEO Optimized

• Present to Class / Client Review

• Deploy Online (Optional)

? Additional Features:

• Real-world Projects and Templates

• Quizzes and Assignments for Each Module

• Git and GitHub for Version Control (Optional)

• Freelance Web Development Tips

• Certificate of Completion