This Specialization teaches you how to build full-stack web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, SQL, and Next.js. Designed for aspiring developers and engineers, it covers everything from the absolute basics to fully deployed applications. You’ll gain hands-on experience developing both front-end interfaces and back-end systems, and finish with an in-demand tech stack to launch your web development career.
Fullstack Development Specialization
Fullstack Development Specialization
Launch Your Career in Fullstack Web Development. Build and deploy full-stack web apps with hands-on experience in front-end and back-end development.
Instructors: Per Harald Borgen
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(24 reviews)
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Build and deploy full-stack web applications from scratch using industry-standard tools.
Create responsive, interactive front-end interfaces and connect them to secure back-end systems.
Solve real-world coding challenges and develop a professional portfolio to showcase your skills.
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Taught in English
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July 2025
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Specialization - 22 course series
What you'll learn
How to code websites from scratch with HTML and CSS
How to build beautiful layouts using color palettes, fonts, images, and other styling techniques
How to use professional tools for code editing, collaboration, and deployment
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Interactive Design, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Software Development Tools, Responsive Web Design, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Web Design and Development, and User Interface (UI) Design
What you'll learn
The basics of the JavaScript programming language, like variables, data types, functions, loops, conditionals, and more.
How to use JavaScript to build real-world web apps
How to use professional software development tools for coding, collaboration, and deployment
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Mobile Development, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Data Structures, Data Storage Technologies, Debugging, Data Storage, Web Development, Computer Programming, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), and User Interface (UI)
What you'll learn
Navigate a file system using terminal commands.
Write and test simple terminal commands for everyday tasks.
Create, read, and modify files and directories from the command line.
Skills you'll gain
File Management, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Linux Commands, Windows PowerShell, Unix Commands, and Computer Literacy
What you'll learn
Accessible Web Development
WCAG Guidelines
Semantic HTML
Skills you'll gain
Semantic Web, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), and Web Design
What you'll learn
Using flexbox to create responsive and dynamic layouts
How to create an image grid using flexbox
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Computer Programming, and Front-End Web Development
What you'll learn
How to build use GSS Grid to build responsive layouts
The basics of CSS Grid
When to use CSS Grid and when to use Flexbox
Skills you'll gain
Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, UI Components, and Web Design
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Maintainability, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, and Front-End Web Development
What you'll learn
Responsive web design, CSS, HTML
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, UI Components, Usability, Web Design, Typography, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, and Web Development
What you'll learn
You'll learn how to define and time animations for your websites and web apps.
You'll learn how to add and customize transitions for your CSS animations.
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Animations, Browser Compatibility, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Web Design, HTML and CSS, and Web Applications
What you'll learn
Apply Tailwind CSS utility classes for effective styling.
Design responsive, multi-device layouts with ease.
Construct modular typography for polished, readable text.
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Typography, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Web Development, and HTML and CSS
What you'll learn
callback functions
async/await
promises in JavaScript
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development Tools, and Event-Driven Programming
What you'll learn
Understand essential object manipulation techniques in JavaScript, including methods, property validation, cloning, and the correct use of this.
Learn to use short-circuiting, nullish coalescing, and optional chaining to write more efficient and error-resistant JavaScript.
Make asynchronous API requests using JavaScript, manage promises, and handle async operations with techniques such as async/await and Promise.all().
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Ajax, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Debugging, and Web Development
What you'll learn
AI Fundamentals
Ethical AI
Prompt engineering
AI Intergrations
Skills you'll gain
Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Key Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Integration Testing, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Computer Programming, and Prompt Engineering
What you'll learn
Understand the basics of Node.js.
Create and configure a basic HTTP server with Node.js.
Handle routing logic and serve dynamic API responses using path and query parameters.
Skills you'll gain
Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, Servers, Package and Software Management, Web Servers, Maintainability, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Routing Protocols, Web Development, JSON, Software Design Patterns, Server Side, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, and JavaScript Frameworks
What you'll learn
Query and Filter Data Efficiently.
Summarize and Analyze Data with Aggregation.
Manage Database Records.
Skills you'll gain
SQL, Data Manipulation, Stored Procedure, Databases, Data Access, Data Maintenance, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, and Relational Databases
What you'll learn
Build and configure a basic Express server from scratch.
Implement dynamic API endpoints using query and path parameters.
Organize server routes using the Express Router for modular code design.
Skills you'll gain
Web Applications, Server Side, Node.JS, Web Servers, Middleware, Web Frameworks, Routing Protocols, Restful API, Application Servers, Real Time Data, JSON, and API Design
What you'll learn
User Interface Design
Skills you'll gain
Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI) Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Animations, Typography, Color Theory, Maintainability, User Experience Design, Usability, Web Design, and Creativity
What you'll learn
Create interactive components using React’s state and props to manage data flow.
Utilize React to build a variety of real-world projects.
Apply accessibility best practices to ensure a user-friendly experience.
Skills you'll gain
React.js, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Web Development Tools, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API), Web Frameworks, Event-Driven Programming, Functional Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
What you'll learn
Understand the core concepts of Jasmine testing and its application.
Apply testing strategies, including setting up environments and using spies.
Organize and manage test cases effectively with advanced features like mocks and matchers.
Skills you'll gain
Unit Testing, Test Automation, Debugging, Quality Assurance, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Case, Software Testing, Test Tools, and Development Testing
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
React.js, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Front-End Web Development, Authentications, JavaScript Frameworks, Real Time Data, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, UI Components, Software Design Patterns, Routing Protocols, and Javascript
What you'll learn
A solid understanding of the fundamentals of TypeScript.
How to leverage TypeScript to create safer and more reliable JavaScript applications.
Skills you'll gain
TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development, Data Validation, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Debugging, Data Structures, Web Design, Computer Programming, Javascript, and Software Design Patterns
What you'll learn
Basics of Next.js.
Build Your First App with Routing.
Components, Links & Dynamic Pages
Skills you'll gain
JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Software Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Server Side, Performance Tuning, Routing Protocols, UI Components, Web Development, React.js, Front-End Web Development, TypeScript, and User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design
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Frequently asked questions
This self-paced course allows you to study at your own rhythm, giving you the freedom to complete as much or as little as you wish each week.
This specialization assumes no prior knowledge and is perfect for both beginners and those looking to improve their existing web development skills.
Beginners are advised to follow the recommended sequence for the specialization, while those with prior skills may skip forward to target the areas they wish to improve.
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