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    Build a Portfolio Website with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Web Content, Responsive Web Design, Web Design

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a Full Website using WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Social Media, Content Management, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    4.3K reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a free website with WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Content Creation, Creativity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a Website using an API with HTML, JavaScript, and JSON

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cloud API, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Real Time Data, Javascript

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Develop a Company Website with Wix

    Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Content Management, Web Design, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, User Accounts, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Public Relations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Web Development in Flask: Build Your First Website

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), User Accounts, Web Development, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Authentications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Development, Database Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Introduction to HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Content, Integrated Development Environments

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Create a no-code responsive website with Webflow

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, No-Code Development, Web Design, Content Management, Web Design and Development, Web Content, Web Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Web Development in React.js: Development Basics

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, UI Components, Programming Principles

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Mobile Development, Google Sheets, Application Development, Application Design, Application Deployment, Data Structures, User Accounts, Personalized Service, User Feedback, Web Development, Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    677 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Use Canva to Create Desktop and Mobile-friendly Web Pages.

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Social Media, Graphic Design, User Accounts, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular web development courses

  • Build a Portfolio Website with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a free website with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a Website using an API with HTML, JavaScript, and JSON: Coursera Project Network
  • Develop a Company Website with Wix: Coursera Project Network
  • Web Development in Flask: Build Your First Website: Coursera Project Network
  • Introduction to HTML: Coursera Project Network
  • Create a no-code responsive website with Webflow: Coursera Project Network
  • Web Development in React.js: Development Basics: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding: Coursera Project Network

Skills you can learn in Mobile And Web Development

Web (13)
Mobile App (9)
Javascript (8)
Mobile Application Development (8)
Web Development (8)
Android Software Development (7)
CSS (6)
Programming Language (6)
Web Application (6)
Android Studio (5)
Angularjs (5)
Computer Program (5)

Frequently Asked Questions about Web Development

Browse the web development courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript: IBM
  • Introduction to Front-End Development: Meta
  • Full Stack Web Development: Amazon
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Introduction to Web Development: Microsoft
  • Web Development Fundamentals: Microsoft‎

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.‎

The Meta Full-Stack Developer course spans 8 months and focuses on:

  • Python programming
  • Version control
  • React.js
  • HTML/CSS

It uses tools such as Git, GitHub, and Power BI.

In contrast, the IBM Full Stack Software Developer Professional Certificate lasts 5 months and emphasizes:

  • React
  • Redux
  • Cloud services
  • Application deployment

It uses tools including Pandas, Numpy, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Both courses are beginner-friendly and cover essential full-stack development topics but differ in duration and specific areas of focus. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • The Meta course for a comprehensive focus on web development and version control
  • The IBM course for more specialized training in cloud computing and software engineering.‎

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.‎
  • 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.‎

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.‎

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.‎

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.‎

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.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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