Aida | Boosting Front-End Development Skills with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Cognitive Learning Techniques

As a front-end developer, you are constantly solving problems, writing code, and optimizing web interfaces. But have you ever wondered how your brain plays a role in enhancing your coding abilities?

In this post, we’ll not only dive into practical skills you need to master HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, but also explore how cognitive learning techniques can help you absorb information faster and solve problems more efficiently.

Whether you’re debugging JavaScript functions, styling with CSS, or organizing your HTML structure, using strategies like spaced learning, memory indexing, and diffuse thinking can improve your programming performance. Let’s unlock the full potential of both your code and your brain!

Class 1 (19 Sept 2024) - Demo 

a) Class Summary:

• Background Review and Programming Discussion: Aida shared her recent experience completing a front-end course, and Ahmed provided additional guidance on enhancing both her programming skills and cognitive strategies for learning. Ahmed emphasized the importance of understanding both front-end and back-end programming for well-rounded development.

• HTML & CSS Improvements:

  • CSS Debugging: Aida and Ahmed identified errors in Aida's CSS code, such as incorrect use of quotation marks and misplaced image tags. Ahmed suggested improving button aesthetics by adding rounded corners using the border-radius property.
  • HTML Structure Review: Aida demonstrated understanding of the typical structure of an HTML page (header, body, footer) and how to improve page layout and content organization.

• JavaScript Optimization:

  • Function Modification: Ahmed introduced the concept of anonymous functions to delay code execution until triggered by an event, such as a button click. Aida began grasping the distinction between named and anonymous functions for interactive web design.
  • Console Logging: Ahmed emphasized the importance of using console logs for debugging JavaScript code, allowing Aida to troubleshoot and track the flow of her scripts effectively.

• Brain Functioning and Learning Techniques:

  • Memory Retention: Ahmed shared insights on how brain processes, such as spaced learning and memory consolidation, are key to retaining complex programming knowledge. He recommended Aida practice interleaving and taking breaks to stimulate diffuse thinking.
  • Sleep and Information Retention: Ahmed highlighted the importance of sleep in solidifying new information and suggested that Aida diversify her learning sources to enhance problem-solving skills.

• Next Steps:

  • Aida will continue practicing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, focusing on the improvements discussed.
  • Ahmed will prepare materials for the next session on topics such as web servers, DNS, and URL structuring.

b) Video (Sunday):

- Part 1 : Mastering HTML, CSS, and JavaScript: From Fundamentals to Advanced Web Development

d) Files:

• Slides on Study Techniques, Problem Solving in Programming, and HTML/CSS/JavaScript Skill Assessment

e) Class Code:

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f) Exercises:

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g) HomeWork Solutions Posting (FB) :

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Class 2 (6 Oct 2024) 

a) Class Summary:

• Internet Basics and Protocols: Aida and Ahmed discussed the fundamentals of the internet, including TCP/IP protocols and how files are transferred across the internet using packets.

• Client-Server Model: The class explored the client-server architecture, explaining how clients request and receive data from servers, and the importance of unique IP addresses for communication.

• Website Structure and Domain Names: Ahmed explained how websites are structured with domain names, and how DNS translates domain names into IP addresses.

• HTML5 and Character Sets: The session introduced the basics of HTML5 templates and the role of character sets in converting numbers into characters for web display.

• Tools for Web Development: Ahmed recommended tools like Notepad++ for HTML development and discussed file compatibility issues between Mac and PC platforms.

b) Video (Sunday):

- Part 1: Introduction to Internet Basics, HTML5, and Client-Server Architecture

d) Files:

• Introduction to Internet Basics, File Transfers, Client-Server Architecture, and Website Structure

e) Class Code:

- n/a

f) Exercises:

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g) HomeWork Solutions Posting (FB) :

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Class 3 (9 Oct 2024) 

a) Class Summary:

• HTML Templates & Standards: Explored the use of templates in web design and discussed W3C's role in web standards.
• Cookies vs. Cache: Clarified the differences between cookies (user data) and cache (local files) in internet browsing.
• Client-Side vs Server-Side Languages: Discussed key differences between client-side JavaScript and server-side PHP.
• Static vs Dynamic Pages: Covered the fundamental differences between static and dynamic web pages, with an emphasis on JavaScript's role.

b) Video (Wednesday):

- Part 1: Mastering HTML Templates, Cookies, and Client-Server Programming

d) Files:

• HTML Templates and Web Development Slide
• Methods for Including JavaScript in HTML

e) Class Code:

- Trigger a function when a button or image is clicked

- Button image 

f) Exercises:

- Handling Click Events on a Numbered List Using JavaScript

g) HomeWork Solutions Posting (FB) :

-  n/a

Class 4 (16 Oct 2024) 

a) Class Summary:

• JavaScript Programming Fundamentals: Ahmed and Aida covered JavaScript basics, focusing on variables, memory usage, and the differences between var and let for variable declarations.
• Web Development Concepts: They explored HTML usage, domain management, and web hosting, with practical discussions on how to allocate server space and manage files using cPanel.
• Debugging and Variable Types: Ahmed emphasized debugging techniques using developer tools, the importance of understanding variable types, and proper coding practices for JavaScript.
• PHP and File Transfer Protocol (FTP): The session introduced PHP for back-end programming and the use of FTP for uploading files to a web server, with a demonstration planned for the next class.

b) Video (Wednesday):

- Part 1: JavaScript Programming and Web Development Fundamentals

- Part 2 : How to link domain Name & Cpanel

d) Files:

• CS103 Class4 WebApps Variables Types StringInitialization

e) Class Code:

- Testing Strings and typeof Method

f) Exercises:

- Variable Types & String Variables Exercises 

g) HomeWork Solutions Posting (FB) :

-  n/a

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