Web-Dev-For-Beginners
24 Lessons, 12 Weeks, Get Started as a Web Developer
Web-Dev-For-Beginners is a comprehensive 12-week curriculum from Microsoft that teaches fundamental web development concepts through 24 hands-on lessons. The course covers JavaScript, CSS, and HTML through practical projects including a typing game, terrarium builder, browser extension, space game, and banking application. Designed with project-based pedagogy, it includes pre- and post-lesson quizzes, challenges, and supplemental materials to enhance knowledge retention. Available in 50+ languages with optional GitHub Copilot integration challenges.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Self-paced web development learning for absolute beginners with no prior coding experience
- 02Structured classroom curriculum for teachers introducing students to web development
- 03Building foundational skills before learning JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue
- 04Practicing GitHub collaboration and version control workflows in team settings
- 05Learning accessibility fundamentals and web performance optimization techniques
- 06Developing portfolio projects to showcase HTML, CSS, and JavaScript competency
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Web-Dev-For-Beginners — FAQ
What is Web-Dev-For-Beginners?+
Web-Dev-For-Beginners is a free, open-source 12-week curriculum from Microsoft teaching HTML, CSS, and JavaScript through 24 project-based lessons. It's designed for absolute beginners with no prior programming experience.
How do I get started with this curriculum?+
Fork the GitHub repository, then either clone it locally and open in Visual Studio Code, or use the 'Open with Codespaces' option for a browser-based environment. No special installation is required for Codespaces; for local development, install Visual Studio Code and a web browser.
Do I need any API keys or paid accounts?+
No API keys are required for the core curriculum. All lessons and projects can be completed with free tools including Visual Studio Code, a web browser, and a free GitHub account.
Is this curriculum completely free?+
Yes, the entire curriculum is free and open-source under the MIT license. All lessons, quizzes, projects, and materials are available at no cost on GitHub.
Which code editors or development environments work with this curriculum?+
The curriculum works in GitHub Codespaces (browser-based) or locally with Visual Studio Code. Live Server and GitHub Copilot extensions are recommended but optional.
What projects will I build during the course?+
You'll build five major projects: an online terrarium with drag-and-drop functionality, a typing game, a green browser extension that tracks carbon usage, a space shooter game, and a multi-page banking application. A new AI assistant project is also included.
How do I install Web-Dev-For-Beginners?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. Web-Dev-For-Beginners is a mcp server — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is Web-Dev-For-Beginners free?+
Web-Dev-For-Beginners is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.