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, Software Development Tools, Web Development, User Interface (UI) Design, GitHub, Interactive Design, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, and Web Design and Development
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, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Storage Technologies, Programming Principles, Web Development, JSON, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Data Storage, Debugging, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, and Data Structures
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, Unix Commands, Computer Literacy, and Windows PowerShell
What you'll learn
Accessible Web Development
WCAG Guidelines
Semantic HTML
Skills you'll gain
Web Design, Usability, User Interface (UI), Semantic Web, HTML and CSS, and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
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), HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Computer Programming, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, and Web Design and 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, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, and HTML and CSS
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Maintainability, and HTML and CSS
What you'll learn
Responsive web design, CSS, HTML
Skills you'll gain
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Typography, Web Development, Web Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, and Usability
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, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Web Design, and Web Development
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, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Web Development, and Front-End Web Development
What you'll learn
callback functions
async/await
promises in JavaScript
Skills you'll gain
Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Event-Driven Programming, and Web Development Tools
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), Web Development, Data Validation, Ajax, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), and Debugging
What you'll learn
AI Fundamentals
Ethical AI
Prompt engineering
AI Intergrations
Skills you'll gain
ChatGPT, Generative AI, Key Management, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Integration Testing, Multimodal Prompts, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, and LLM Application
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, Servers, Back-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Server Side, Web Development Tools, Maintainability, JavaScript Frameworks, JSON, Restful API, Routing Protocols, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development, Package and Software Management, Javascript, and Web Servers
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, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, and Stored Procedure
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, Web Servers, Node.JS, API Design, Real Time Data, JSON, Routing Protocols, Restful API, Web Frameworks, Middleware, and Application Servers
What you'll learn
User Interface Design
Skills you'll gain
Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Interface (UI) Design, Typography, Color Theory, Animations, Web Design, User Experience Design, Maintainability, Usability, 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, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Functional Design, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and Web Development Tools
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, Quality Assurance, Test Case, Test Automation, Development Testing, Debugging, Software Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), and Test Tools
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
React.js, Javascript, Routing Protocols, Real Time Data, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, and Performance Tuning
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, Data Structures, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Data Validation, Web Development, Debugging, 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, UI Components, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Routing Protocols, Server Side, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Performance Tuning, TypeScript, React.js, Full-Stack Web Development, and Software Development
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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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