Become a Frontend Web Developer
Being a Front-End Developer is a bit like being an architect for websites and apps. Your role is to build and maintain what people see and interact with on a website. This includes anything from the layout to the way a button behaves when a user clicks on it. As a front-end developer, you make ideas and designs come to life.
The programme kicks off with ALX Foundations, a 2-month module that prepares you to thrive in the digital workforce. You will learn critical communication, leadership, and career-building skills that will help you develop into a well-rounded professional.
Then, you’ll learn the basics of writing code in HTML, CSS, and Javascript, while also focusing your attention on how to design user-friendly websites and store your code with GitHub. The hands-on projects throughout the programme culminate in a capstone project where you will publish your own website to GitHub.
No matter your skill level, this programme is designed to take you from novice to a job-ready developer in 6 months.
Start Your Career in Tech as a Front-End Developer
58% of job openings in the digital economy require basic coding and programming skills
27 M
Back-End developers worldwide
80%
Of Back-End Developers learn online
Statista, Stack Overflow
Top Employers Who Are Hiring in Front-End Web Developers
Who This Programme is For
You are brand new to coding or have limited coding experience, but are interested in designing and building websites.
You have a basic understanding of software development, but want to build your front-end skills like web design and development
You’re on your way to becoming a full-stack developer and want to master front-end development to enhance your skill set.
Get a job in Front-End Web Development
This fully-online programme provides you with the foundations of coding and design tools to get you on track to designing and building websites in no time. With these skills you can freelance or find a permanent job as a frontend developer.
Prepare for jobs such as
- Junior Front-End Developer
- Web Designer
- UI Developer
- UX/UI Designer
- WordPress Developer
- Email Developer
- Freelance Web Developer
Our Learner’s Journey
Curriculum
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
Tools you will learn
Course Duration & Learning Modalities
How You’ll learn
Work through downloadable content and online instructional material at your own pace.
Interact with your peers and mentors online or in-person at our Tech Hubs.
Supplement your learning with interactive content including video lectures and walk-throughs.
Test your knowledge with weekly quizzes and projects based on the latest in tech.
Investigate real-world case studies and learn to apply your skills practically.
Fees & Financing
Our partnerships allow us to offer eligible candidates access to sponsored world-class training with programme costs waived.
For all successfully accepted learners, ALX charges a one-time administration fee, payable upfront or in monthly instalments to confirm your enrollment in your programme.
| 2024 Administration Fee | Pay in Full (Discount 20%) |
2x Instalment Plan | Pay as you Learn (Monthly) |
| $200 | $160 | $100 | $33.33 |
Learn more about our payment policy here.
Programme Requirements
- 18-34 years old
- Of African origin
- Ability to write and speak English proficiently
- A laptop or desktop computer with access to a stable internet connection
FAQs
The ALX Front-End Development programme is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with limited coding experience.
This program has no prerequisites or prior experience required in web 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.
All ALX learners are invited to join The ROOM Fellowship community where you will have access to a global network of resources, job opportunities, and ongoing career support.
ALX Foundations is a transformative experience that will give you the edge to stand out in the job market, with expert training in interview techniques, soft skills, and essential career competencies.
Please ask LEA our Learning Experience Assistant for more information and answers to any additional questions.
Due to training requirements and programme rigour, ALX permits learners to be enrolled in one programme at any given time. If you have applied to or are currently enrolled in a programme, you will not be eligible to apply to another programme.
Our Hubs
Co-Working, Connecting And Climbing
- Unlock the key to success and join a community of like-minded individuals in a state-of-the-art co-working environment. Take advantage of high-speed internet, peer support, and an environment to help you thrive. Our hubs are designed to take your productivity and success to new heights, where the rigour of online training is deepened through in-person experiences and practised in context.
- Location - Nation Centre - CBD Nairobi, CPA Centre - Thika Road, & Gateway Park - Mombasa Road Take a virtual tour here
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