Web Development Training

http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/0/9/6/global_17120630.jpegIf you have been wanting to get started on your Startup by building a web application, then this is for you. This multi part training session will teach you the skills you need to break into web development.

I cannot emphasize enough that this is for beginners only. If you are already proficient with web development - then this event is not for you.

Taught by Michael Bourque, Organizer of Boston PHP and Northeast PHP.

Some of what you will learn:

HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, Javascript, jQuery, Interaction, Mockups, Usability Testing, Agile, Git & Github, Google Analytics, and more.

A new way to learn programming
This hands-on training series will teach you the fundamentals of web development in a fun, inspiring, new way to approach the learning process. You will love it!

If you've been trying to learn from books, and other methods, yet still cannot apply what you learned, than this is for you. We will teach you step by step in an exciting. By the end of the series, you will have the skills needed to develop a fully functional web application.

If your somewhat new to web development and want a fast track learning series on how to build an application from concept to launch, then this is for you.

Part 1 (Getting organized)

Planning and organizing your project Basics of design and layout Mockups and Prototyping Running a focus group Performing simple usability tests Making a product pitch Part 2 (Fundamentals)

Anatomy of a web application Setting up a development environment Basics of HTML Basics of CSS Introduction to PHP Hello World Part 3 (Making it all work)

Introduction to databases and database design MySQL Building a simple application Best Practices Debugging Part 4 (Adding pizazz)

Working with Images and Graphics Introduction to JavaScript & jQuery Web Analytics Domain names and hosting Deploying your application on a hosting service Part 5 (Show and Tell)

Learn to pitch your product in front of a live audience Q & A with experts Prizes for the best efforts and winning projects What to do next When:
Once we get the RSVP count, and your interest levels, we will put dates together. Most likely classes will take place on Saturdays.

Price:
This class is practically free. To ensure we only get serious RSVP numbers, we are charging a fee. This will be used for venue/food/drink during the sessions. Please only RSVP if you are serious and want to attend.

Volunteers
Perhaps you would like to volunteer to help. Let me know.