Duration
6 Months, 20hrs/week, Online
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Become a Front-End Web Developer

"ALx Front-End": where Software Engineering mastery meets real-world application.

  • Comprehensive Front End Skills: Focused on imparting essential knowledge.
  • Practical Skill Building: Experience with Hands-on projects in real-world data science.
  • Interactive Learning: Our environment encourages collaboration and peer learning.
  • Industry Tools Access: Have access to best-in-class data science resources.
  • Career Support: We guide you towards successful data science careers, worldwide.
  • Opportunities for African Youth: Fully funded opportunity for African youth in 2024 with applicable Administration fees ($200 if paid in installments, or $160 if paid in one-time).

Dynamic Learning Journey:
Course Duration & Engaging Modalities

2
6
months
20 hours per week
15%
Live Learning
3 hours/week
10%
Peer Learning
2 hours/week
70%
Doing Projects
14 hours/week
5%
Taking Quizzes
1 hour/week

How You'll Learn

We produce work-ready graduates equipped with the skills top tech companies need.
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Work through downloadable content and online instructional material at your own pace.
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Interact with your peers and mentors online or in-person at our Tech Hubs.
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Supplement your learning with interactive content including video lectures and walk-throughs.
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Test your knowledge with weekly quizzes and projects based on the latest in tech.
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Investigate real-world case studies and learn to apply your skills practically

Front-End Adventure: Discover your Creative Code Journey

You’ll learn about
  • Basic proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Design thinking and how to use Figma and Adobe XD to build your websites
  • To problem-solve based on real-world scenarios
  • How to publish websites to GitHub pages
  • How to build a basic, functional web application from the ground up
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Tools you'll learn
HTML & CSS
JavaScript
SQL
Node.js
GitHub
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Start Your Career in Tech as a Front-End Developer
58% of job openings in the digital economy require basic coding and programming skills.
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27.7 M
Software developers worldwide
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80%
Of Front-End Developers learn online

Your Front-End Developer Career Move Starts Now

This fully-online programme provides you with the foundations to start designing and building websites in no time. You will tackle the foundations of coding and get to grips with the most used design tools, setting you up for a career as a Front-End Developer.

Prepare for jobs such as
  • Junior Front-End Developer
  • Web Designer
  • UI Developer
  • UX/UI Designer
  • Front-End Web Analyst
  • WordPress Developer
  • Email Developer
  • Freelance Web Developer
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Here's what our Rockstar Learners had to say about ALx!

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" ALX has been the highlight of my year."
The ALX community also stands out as one of the most remarkable aspects of my journey. I've had the chance to meet some amazing people that I'm glad to call friends today.

Ghita Boumahdi

Data Analyst Program

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"Enrolling in the program was a pivotal life experience."
Enrolling in the program was a pivotal life experience. A lot of things could be life-changing, in fact, everything is, but it’s rare to find things that are life-shaping, and ALX is one of them.

Ibtihal El Haidaoui

Data Analyst Program

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"ALX is the go-to choice for anyone looking to lead in tech."
At ALX, I didn't just learn data science, but I gained a supportive community and I enhanced my soft skills. This unique combination positions ALX as the go-to choice for anyone looking to lead in tech.

Aboubaker Drai

Data science Program

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"Alx was a crucible for my growth as a software engineer!"
At ALx, I not only expanded my technical prowess but also forged lasting connections in an environment that blended learning and enjoyable experiences.

Bilal Eneouisser

Software Engineer Program

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"I entered as a data novice, and I became a confident analyst!"
The curriculum sharpened my skills, the network fueled my growth, and the teamwork spirit shaped my resilience. ready to tackle any challenge. It wasn't just my skills that grew, but my character too.

HAJAR SABKARI

Data Analyst Program

Qualify for in-demand jobs in Data Analytics
59% of companies plan to increase positions requiring data analysis skills.
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Top Employers Who Are Hiring Front-End Developers

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Fees and Financing

Our partnerships allow us to offer eligible candidates access to world-class training with the programme education costs.
For all successfully accepted learners, ALX charges a one-time administration fee that you can pay either one time for $160, or 2-times payments for $100 each time. 

FAQs

What is ALX?

ALX offers job-ready training in the tech fields employers need most. ALX, in partnership with The ROOM, is brought to you by the organisation that leads African Leadership Academy, African Leadership University, and Anzisha Prize Foundation.

Who is this program for?

The ALX Front-End Developer programme is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with limited coding experience, and tech-savvy professionals looking to level up their skill set.

What do I need to be successful l in the program?

This program has no prerequisites or prior experience required in Back-End Development or coding. However, to be successful we do require you to be able to dedicate up to 20 hours a week for the duration of the program, you will be required to have access to a steady internet connections and be proficient in written and spoken English.

Can I register for multiple programmes at the same time?

You can only register for the one programme at a time due to training requirements rigour. If you have already applied to or are currently enrolled in a programme, you will not be eligible to apply to another programme.

What happens after I complete my programme?

Upon successfully completing your programme, you will be invited to join The Fellowship community where you will have access to a global network of resources, job opportunities, and ongoing career support.

Why do I have to pay an admin fee?

The low-cost, one-time administration fee helps ALX as we continue to grow our robust online and in-person infrastructure for learners. Our city Hubs can continue to provide learners with access to state-of-the-art tech and infrastructure, providing a space for collaboration and study that is unmatched. We can also maintain our online portal to make it easier for students to access our vast tech community. The administration fee helps us keep our online portal, modern infrastructure, and career network up and running.

I’m still working/a student, can I still join an ALX programme?

Our various programmes require different time commitments to complete. Our Tech Lite programmes are designed specifically to cater to learners who might have other commitments – like school or a job – to tend to. So long as you are dedicated to the programme, you can make it work.

Additionally, there are no live lectures or classes to attend. Instead, programmes consist of recorded lectures, chats in online forums, and milestone-led coursework. This means that you can choose to learn at your own pace and a time that suits your schedule best.

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