Build & Play: Create Your Own Game with JavaScript
Learn JavaScript by creating their own game in this hands-on course. Focused on practical coding and problem-solving, it offers a creative and engaging introduction to web development.
What's included
13 live meetings
19 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. Personalized Feedback Learners will receive personalized feedback on their game projects, helping them refine their code, improve their design, and enhance their overall project. Learners will have access to all course materials, including slides, code snippets, and resources, which they can refer to during and after the course.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
Beginner Level
What Will Be Taught? Students aged 13 to 18 will embark on an exciting journey to learn the essentials of web development through the creation of an interactive game. The class will cover the fundamental concepts of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, giving students the skills they need to build and style their own webpages, and add interactivity to them using JavaScript. By the end of the course, students will have a fully functional game that they can share with others. What Topics Will You Cover? In this course, students will first learn the basics of HTML and CSS to build and style web pages. They'll then move on to JavaScript, covering essential concepts like variables, control flow, and DOM manipulation to make webpages interactive. In the final weeks, students will create and deploy a game, applying everything they've learned to bring their project to life and share it online. How is Your Class Structured? The class is structured over 13 weeks, with each week focusing on specific topics. Each session builds on the previous one, ensuring a gradual and comprehensive understanding of web development principles. How Will You Teach? The class will be highly interactive and hands-on. Each session will start with a brief lecture or demonstration to introduce new concepts, followed by guided coding exercises where students will apply what they've learned. Throughout the course, students will work on building their game, with each lesson adding a new feature or capability. I will use a mix of live coding sessions, and real-time discussion to ensure concepts are clear and engaging. What's Your Teaching Style? My teaching style is interactive and student-centered. I believe in learning by doing, so students will spend a significant portion of each class coding along with me. I emphasize understanding the "why" behind each concept, not just the "how," to help students think critically and develop problem-solving skills. I also encourage collaboration and peer learning, where students can share their ideas and solutions with each other. How Much Will Learners Get to Interact with You? Students will have ample opportunities to interact with me during each session. The class will feature: Live Coding Sessions: Students can code along and ask questions in real-time. Q&A: Dedicated time at the end of each class for questions and discussion. Interactive Discussions: Students are encouraged to share their thoughts and ask questions during lessons. Project Feedback: I will provide personalized feedback on the game projects, helping students refine their code and design.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to create well-structured webpages using HTML, including understanding basic tags, document structure, and how to organize content effectively.Students will gain the ability to apply CSS to style their webpages, learning how to use different CSS properties to control layout, colors, fonts, and spacing to create visually appealing designs.
Syllabus
13 Lessons
over 13 WeeksLesson 1:
Building Your First Webpage
Learn the basics of HTML and create a simple webpage 90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Organizing Content with HTML
Learn how to structure content using HTML 90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Styling Your Webpage
Learn the basics of CSS and how to style a webpage 90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Adding JavaScript to Your Webpage
Learn how to link a JavaScript file to an HTML file 90 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Sources
For this class, students will need to use an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to write and test their code. The recommended IDE is Visual Studio Code (VS Code), which is free and widely used in the industry.
download link: https://code.visualstudio.com/
Minimum System Requirements:
Windows:
Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 (64-bit)
1.6 GHz or faster processor
1 GB of RAM
200 MB of hard drive space
macOS:
macOS 10.11 or higher
1.6 GHz or faster processor
1 GB of RAM
200 MB of hard drive space
Joined August, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I bring over 10 years of teaching experience, with the last 5 years dedicated to teaching computer programming and web development. My journey into technology began with a passion for helping others learn and succeed in the digital world, which led me to transition into tech education.
Professional Experience:
Web Development Instructor: For the past 5 years, I have been teaching web development to students of various ages, focusing on HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and full-stack development. My classes have consistently received positive feedback for being engaging, interactive, and informative.
Partner Engineer at GitHub: I currently work as a Partner Engineer at GitHub, where I specialize in enabling technology partners to integrate with the GitHub platform. This role involves a mix of business development, engineering, and product management, giving me a well-rounded understanding of the tech industry.
Freelance Developer: Alongside my teaching career, I have worked as a freelance web developer, creating websites and web applications for clients. This hands-on experience keeps me up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.Reviews
Live Group Course
$380
for 13 classes1x per week, 13 weeks
90 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
5-18 learners per class
