The certificate program in Web Application Development introduces the fundamental concepts of web applications, providing a comprehensive coverage of both client-side and server-side development. The latest topics in JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, jQuery, AngularJS, PHP, and Node.js are widely covered. Students also learn, and work with, cutting-edge technologies for building desktop and mobile web applications, such as Ruby on Rails, AJAX, Flex, and Google Web Toolkit (GWT). Students create real-world web application projects that also involve interacting with databases such as Oracle, MySQL, and NoSQL databases. Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Web Application Development will be able to demonstrate: Advanced knowledge of web application development languages. Proficiency in one or two server-side web language/platform-specific technologies like Java and .NET, and client-side languages like JavaScript. Competence sufficient to apply acquired knowledge.
This course will give you the basic background, terminology and fundamental concepts that you need to understand in order to build modern full stack web applications. A full stack web developer is familiar with each "layer" of the software technologies involved in a web application, including data modeling and database technologies, the web server environment and middleware components, network protocols, the user interface and basic visual design and user interaction concepts.
When you study Web Applications Development you will develop a thorough knowledge of front-end development and full-stack frameworks.
Succeed in a Technology Career with Web Application Development Skills
Web application developers create an interactive user experience that helps businesses succeed in the digital landscape. This program is a great fit if you’re someone who’s interested in a tech-related career – both within and outside of the technology industry. Some job responsibilities might include the following:
- Develop engaging web applications
- Use programming language
- Analyze and test applications to meet the needs of users
- Perform routine maintenance, testing, and updates to applications
