How do I choose the right web development course for my goals?

Start by considering whether you want to focus on front-end , back-end , or full-stack development —and whether you're building websites, applications , or career-ready skills. For a job-aligned, end-to-end path, try the Meta Front-End Developer Professional Certificate or Meta Back-End Developer Certificate . Want to start building right away? Try Introduction to Web Development by UC Davis. For full-stack fundamentals, explore the Meta Full-Stack Developer Specialization .

Which web development course should I start with as a beginner?

These beginner-friendly options teach you how the web works and help you write your first lines of HTML , CSS , and JavaScript : Introduction to Web Development – Covers structure, styling, and publishing websites using standard tools. HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers by Johns Hopkins University – A hands-on Specialization for absolute beginners. Meta Front-End Developer Certificate – Beginner-friendly and includes responsive design , React , and version control .

What’s the difference between a web development course, Specialization, and Professional Certificate?

A course focuses on one topic or tool—like Building Web Applications in PHP Basics . A Specialization is a sequence of courses that builds layered skills—such as Responsive Website Development and Design Specialization . A Professional Certificate prepares you for job roles through career-aligned training, projects, and interview support—like Meta Front-End Developer or IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer .

Not sure where to begin with web development?

Take a quick quiz to find the right course for your goals—whether you're learning HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for the first time, building full-stack applications, or exploring frameworks like React. Take the quiz to discover your ideal starting point.

Can I take free web development courses on Coursera?

Yes. You can start learning web development on Coursera for free in two ways: Preview the first module of many web development courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available). Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in web development, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.

What will I learn in a web development course?

You’ll learn how to build websites and web applications using core technologies like HTML , CSS , and JavaScript . Some courses also introduce frameworks and tools like React , Bootstrap , GitHub , and APIs , along with responsive design and deployment basics.

Do I need experience to start learning web development?

No experience is needed. Many courses are beginner-friendly and start with the fundamentals. You can progress at your own pace and choose advanced topics as you grow more comfortable with the basics.

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Status: Free Trial
IBM
Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Javascript, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Scripting, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
594 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
Meta
Introduction to Front-End Development
Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, React.js, General Networking
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
13K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Skillshare
Modern Frontend Web Development
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, JavaScript Frameworks, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design and Development, TypeScript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Vue.JS, UI Components, Javascript, Maintainability, Scalability, React.js, Angular, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Web Development, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
IBM
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Structures, Web Scraping, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Pandas (Python Package), Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Restful API, NumPy, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, File Management
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
42K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Amazon
Full Stack Web Development
Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Web Services, Application Deployment, Web Development, Spring Framework, Amazon Web Services, HTML and CSS, Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Spring Boot, Model View Controller, Responsive Web Design, Javascript
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
Meta
Meta Front-End Developer
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Build toward a degree
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
23K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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Status: Free Trial
University of Michigan
Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding
Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Verification And Validation, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Application Frameworks, Usability, Code Review, Event-Driven Programming
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
35K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
University of California, Davis
Introduction to Web Development
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Design, Web Content, Front-End Web Development, Web Servers, Image Analysis, Semantic Web, Cloud Hosting, Browser Compatibility
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
3.7K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Meta
Meta Full-Stack Developer
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Version Control, Restful API, Responsive Web Design, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, SQL, Database Design, API Design, Linux Commands, Python Programming
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
24K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
Microsoft
Introduction to Web Development
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Copilot, Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, JSON, Semantic Web
3.8
Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
IBM
Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
2.3K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Status: AI skills
IBM
IBM Full Stack Software Developer
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Istio, Node.JS, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Side, Application Deployment, React Redux, Cloud Services, Responsive Web Design, Django (Web Framework), Cloud-Native Computing, Git (Version Control System), Flask (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Computing, Jupyter, Engineering Software
Build toward a degree
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
57K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months