Classes

Class 1: Welcome, and code! →

Hi! Introductions, about the class, expectations, and whatnot. Then let's get coding.

Class 2: Oh, the Internet. →

Discuss the architecture of the Internet, things like servers, DNS, and front-end vs. back-end. Navigate computers using Terminal and create Sites folder.

Class 3: Semantics and the S.O.C. →

Let's talk semantics, and why you shouldn't call your div .animal-picture. Naming things is the hardest part, believe it or not. We'll also talk about the Separation of Concerns and Progressive Enhancement - hot topics in the age of JavaScript web apps.

Class 4: Responsive Design →

It's the jam. Let's talk mobile first, media queries, and do a CSS layout exercise. WTF is clearfix, anyway?

Class 5: Grids & Frameworks →

Class 6: Work Time & WordPress →

Start working on final projects, talk a bit more about WordPress and how to customize it.

Class 7: Programming →

Uh oh.

Class 8: PHP Templates & Forms →

Passing data to the server via forms with PHP and JS. Discuss form states and APIs.

Class 9: Set up Hosting + Work Time →

Work time for final projects. Set up domain names, hosting, and FTP deployment for final projects. Install WordPress on server if necessary.