Introduction to Web Development and HTML Basics

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll dive into the essentials of web development by mastering HTML, the building block of websites. You'll learn how to create structured, semantic web pages using a variety of HTML tags and elements. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to create your own basic websites, from simple "About Me" pages to more complex projects like the "Collectors" web page. You'll get hands-on experience as you work through engaging projects, such as building a ninja turtle site and showcasing a Pokémon collection. The course starts with an introduction to setting up your development environment, followed by an overview of basic HTML tags. You’ll learn how to organize content with headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables. As you progress, you’ll explore more advanced HTML topics such as interactive forms, anchor tags, and image elements. By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to properly structure an HTML page, work with block-level and inline elements, and apply semantic HTML for improved accessibility and SEO. This course is perfect for beginners with no prior web development experience. It’s structured to guide you step-by-step as you build your skills, starting with simple concepts and advancing to more complex projects. The course is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in HTML so that you can begin your web development journey with confidence.