Step into the world of web development with General Assembly. During our introductory workshop, explore the building blocks of the web — HTML and CSS — and learn how you can apply these programming languages to develop your own simple sites. By writing your own lines of code, you’ll:

• Get a closer look at how the developer community and many different fields benefit from coding knowledge.
• Learn how HTML and CSS function together to form the backbone of the web.
• Cover key coding terms and principles.
• Develop a custom, working web page from scratch.

Chart your own career path. Pick up where this workshop leaves off. Design and build a custom site online in our mentor-guided HTML, CSS, & Web Design On Demand Course. Incorporate JavaScript and code dynamic sites in our part-time, on-campus Front-End Web Development course. Or, go all-in and become a job-ready developer our 12-week, full-time Web Development Immersive program, available on campus and online.

Please note that in light of the current COVID-19 situation, the class will be livestreamed to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. Please register as per normal and you will be sent a Zoom link to join the livestream session.

Preparation

A laptop is required for this workshop. For those on Windows, you’ll need Microsoft Windows 7/8/10 (32- or 64-bit). For those with Macs, you’ll need the Mac OS X 10.8.5 or higher, up to 10.11.4 (El Capitan). Upgrade your operating system before class, if needed. Basic technical aptitude and orientation to computers, and curiosity to learn new tools. Download Sublime Text 3

About the Instructor

Kasun Maldeni

Kasun Maldeni is a full-stack web developer with experience in ASP.NET, Ruby on Rails, Python, Node.js and React, and has worked in start-up companies and larger software firms developing, maintaining systems and liaising with clients.

He co-founded a company aimed to provide hostel and inventory management services over the cloud as a SaaS solution. Kasun has experience in training junior developers in the workforce.

In recognition of his exemplary service in the classroom, Kasun has been selected as a member of General Assembly's Distinguished Faculty program.