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About the Course

Welcome to Introduction to Back-End Development, the first course in the Meta Back-End Developer program. This course is a good place to start if you want to become a web developer. You will learn about the day-to-day responsibilities of a web developer and get a general understanding of the core and underlying technologies that power the internet. You will learn how front-end developers create websites and applications that work well and are easy to maintain. You’ll be introduced to the core web development technologies like HTML and CSS and get opportunities to practice using them. You will also be introduced to modern UI frameworks such as Bootstrap and React that make it easy to create interactive user experiences. By the end of the course, you will be able to: - Describe the front-end developer role - Explain the core and underlying technologies that power the internet - Use HTML to create a simple webpage - Use CSS to control the appearance of a simple webpage - Explain what React is - Describe the applications and characteristics of the most popular UI frameworks For the final project in this course, you will create and edit a webpage using HTML and the Bootstrap CSS framework. Using a responsive layout grid, you will construct a responsive webpage containing text and images that looks great on any size screen. This is a beginner course intended for learners eager to learn the fundamentals of web development. To succeed in this course, you do not need prior web development experience, only basic internet navigation skills and an eagerness to get started with coding....

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IV

Sep 4, 2022

Mybe it worth to rename the course to introduction to the web development (and have one course instead of two), because syllabus for the Introduction to the Front-end develoment course is the same

WW

Mar 26, 2023

It is a very helpful course to begin with the internet and web development and gain good knowledge about how the internet work and what is the web and the mechanics of build and enhance websites

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By Juan F H H

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Aug 7, 2022

I would have loved to build a more interactive Web Page in the Labs

By Irena X

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Apr 3, 2023

No, nope, where do I start? The robotic monolog or the constant repeating topic, or maybe it's the completely useless assignments(step by step instruction showing the answer is NOT how people actually learn). Entire course is a well made onboarding presentation to Facebook. NOPE.

There are better classes out there, this is a waste of my time, I really only finished it because I have a compulsion of must finish what I started.

Also please stop asking people to link their facebook profile in the assignments, not that I mind, oh wait, yeah, I actually do.

p.s. length on the left+middle+length on the right is NOT, i repeat NOT a pro tip, my 3-yr-old can tell you that. Joke's on me, that was the blaring sign telling me to "quit here RIGHT NOW!"

By Jonathan J

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Sep 28, 2022

For being called an Introduction to Back End, there was few mentions of tech used in the back end stack as well as the course ended with the path for FRONT END developer certificate. Might just have been clerical error, but I feel like more discussion on backend could have been had. 3/5 for confusing title and feeling misleading. The instructor however was quite helpful to give an understanding of front end to give back end develeopers perspective, which I assume was the point?

By Mahmoud S R

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Sep 12, 2022

Doesn't cover the basics of CSS and Bootstrap and it assume you have some knowledge about CSS and Bootstrap. Not beginner friendly but you still can make your with some external resources.

By Karthik K

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May 12, 2023

Introduction to Front-End Development content is reused here, half baked!

By Javier M

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Dec 18, 2022

It is interesting and interactive but it is not so much about back-end.

By John N

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Apr 2, 2023

This course is misleading because its named "Introduction to Back-End Development" but in reality its just an introduction to front-end web development, they also say that in the videos. Definitely not what i expected after i enrolled on the back-end software development professional certificate. Putting that on the side, the course wasnt bad. They could have gone in more depth regarding react.

By Eric C

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Jan 16, 2023

possibly the worse online course ive ever taken. everything feels scripted and one sentence summaries. the parts i already knew were barely ok to follow along with. new material, like bootstrap, was a nightmare. i had to go on udemy and look at a normal teacher explain it where the student understanding is the goal... not doing the bare minimum and spending 20% of the lesson saying "now you know how to do xyz." im really hoping this is not what the rest of meta courses are like. again, this was the most painful "learn coding" experience ive had. and the part about coding for disabled access... lol, what a joke. their recommendation is to format your code nicely. they are more concerned about how they look than students actually learning.

By Benoit G

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Jul 23, 2022

waste of time, learn nothing, too much videos, half the link don't work. Not a good place to learn right now.

edit: and now, i can't access all pages names "lecture"... really, full of dead links that keep loading but no outcome.

re-edit: and now, can't access the forum... really good job on the website guys!

By Harish C

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Feb 25, 2024

fronted stack available, not about backend

By kainat r

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Dec 12, 2022

hey, instructors of meta front end development specialization professional courses provided by cousera in backend web development where they have introduce the core web development technologies like HTML and CSS and get opportunities to practice using them. You will also be introduced to modern UI frameworks such as Bootstrap and React that make it easy to create interactive user experiences. . with Commitment of 4 weeks of study, 4-8 hours/week. your course flow is so simple to follow and content is quite easy to absorb as it defines everything with level of increasing knowledge and tools & framework knowledge is unique and how actually a website and web application works it removed all the confusions between these two terms and how much html structure is important to translate on other side. the whole Coursera surprised me with its content and how smoothly these instructors are defining is best. thanks meta and thanks courser, I am looking forward for more and more from your side. add some amazing projects to make too it will be much better.

completed introduction to backend web development professional course from front end development-Meta

By Ricardo M

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Jan 15, 2023

I highly recommend this course on Introduction to Back-End Development. The course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of web development, specifically for back-end developers. The course covers important topics such as the needs of front-end technologies, the inner workings of the internet and web servers, as well as HTML, CSS and Javascript. The course also includes hands-on exercises to edit a website, allowing students to practice and apply their knowledge. The instructors do a great job of breaking down complex concepts and making them easy to understand. By the end of the course, I was able to describe the back-end developer role, explain the core and underlying technologies that power the internet, use HTML to create a simple webpage, use CSS to control the appearance of a simple webpage, explain what React is and describe the applications and characteristics of the most popular UI frameworks. I would definitely give this course 5 stars!

By Roman D

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Mar 23, 2023

After completing the "Introduction to Back-End Development" course, I gained the following skills:

- I now understand the role of a web developer and their day-to-day responsibilities;

- I have acquired knowledge of core web development technologies, such as HTML and CSS;

- I have hands-on experience with modern UI frameworks like Bootstrap and React, which are used for creating interactive user experiences;

- I am now able to create a simple webpage using HTML and control its appearance with CSS;

- I have become familiar with the applications and characteristics of popular UI frameworks;

As a beginner in web development, this course provided me with valuable experience, including a final project where I created a responsive webpage using HTML and the Bootstrap CSS framework.

By Ishfaq A

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Dec 19, 2023

I am thrilled to share that I have successfully completed the 'Introduction to Back-End Development' course. This journey into the world of back-end development has been both enlightening and rewarding. The course content was exceptionally well-structured, offering a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts and technologies behind the scenes of web applications. The clear explanations and practical examples made complex topics easy to grasp. The hands-on projects and assignments challenged me to apply what I learned, and I was able to see the direct impact of my work on real-world applications. The course instructors were not only knowledgeable but also excellent at conveying the material, making the learning experience enjoyable.

By Jude A

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Nov 9, 2023

This is a typical introductory course, highlighting all the relevant information. Throughout the course, you are pointed to concepts you will learn about later, and relevant resources are provided for additional learning. Another upside to this course is the self-paced structure, allowing you to study at your own pace. It has its downside too, as I often forgot to continue at a regular pace. It was later on in the course that I utilized the "Learning Goals" feature offered by Coursera, which allowed me to schedule regular study times. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to venture into Back-End web development.

By prg

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Nov 11, 2023

The "Introduction to Back-End Development" course provides an excellent foundation for beginners entering the world of back-end development. The course offers comprehensive insights into the core concepts and technologies used in back-end development, including server-side programming, databases, and API integration. The course materials are well-structured and easy to follow, supported by practical examples and hands-on exercises that reinforce learning. Overall, this course is a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a solid understanding of back-end development and kickstart their journey in this field.

By luka v

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Feb 7, 2024

I recently completed the 'Introduction to Back-End Development' course on Coursera, and I must say it was an incredibly enriching experience. The course content was well-structured, comprehensive, and provided a solid foundation in back-end development concepts. The instructors were knowledgeable, engaging, and made complex topics easy to understand. The hands-on projects were particularly valuable as they allowed me to apply what I learned in real-world scenarios. Overall, I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in diving into the world of back-end development.

By Shivani J

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Sep 2, 2022

This course will give you a great introduction to Web Developement. After completing this course you will get a bigger picture of how things move between front-end and back-end, along with many other necessary details on the subject. The only thing I felt missing was the connection with the teaching staff or any moderators. I noticed there were issues about which many learners were confused but I found no response from the team. I didn't see any place in the course where I can leave some feedback, thats why I am writing it here. Thanks

By Sourabh P

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Nov 10, 2022

The Course so far is really great. A clear and to the point explanation about the topic and quiz in the middle of the lecture, reading material and the assignment boosts the learning confidence. Following this course of "Introduction to back end development" now know the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript also got to know about the servers and how the internet works and it will help me learn more about the web development in the future. Again this course has been great so far and looking forward to lean more

By Orfeo F O

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Feb 26, 2023

This course is of the utmost importance for all back end web developers since here the server logic are developed in an introductory way.

The initial course is one of the best courses I have taken since each topic that is developed goes hand in hand with a project which helps us to consolidate what we have learned. I consider one of the best decisions to have completed this course.

Thank you very much Coursera and Meta!

By David D

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Aug 19, 2022

Sinceramente ayuda muchisimo, me gustaria un poco mas de ejercicios practicos, pero del resto todo excelete. Tendre que aprender aparte CSS que fue lo mas confuso para mi.

Sincerely it helps a lot, I would like a little more practical exercises, but otherwise everything excellent. I'll have to learn CSS, which was the most confusing thing for me.

By Viktor K

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Aug 19, 2022

This is a wonderful course, made with soul. This is a wonderful story in simple words about complex topics. Huge thanks to the amazing creators and Meta Corporation. I am a refugee from Ukraine studying to find a job and this course has been a huge support for me and my family during a difficult time after russia's dastardly attack on Ukraine.

By Prabhat K V

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Oct 24, 2023

Hey, it was a great learning experience. Everything was explained in a simple way, making it very easy to understand. Kudos to the instructor for their excellent way of explaining the topics. I learned a lot and hope to apply my knowledge in the future. Thank you, Meta, for offering such an easy-to-follow and enjoyable course.

By ABDULLAHI S S

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Aug 31, 2022

A very good option for complete beginners but one needs more resources in order to master HTML and CSS as not everything can be covered. I suggest w3schools.com and developer.mozilla.org/en-US/ . There's also htmlreference.io and cssreference.io .

If you're not a complete beginner, you can check frontendmentor.io/resources .

By April E

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Mar 6, 2023

This course was very thorough and explained in a way that is easy to understand. I really appreciated all of the lab exercises that help you get some hands-on experience. And the Additional Resources in each section offered some great supplemental links to expand my learning. Would highly recommend!