JavaScript Developer

The JavaScript Developer course provides a complete, practical pathway into modern JavaScript development. You will learn the skills you need to build interactive, responsive, and production-ready web applications. Starting with JavaScript core concepts and then moving into more advanced techniques, you will understand how the language interacts with webpage elements, how to modify onscreen content through the Document Object Model (DOM), how to test and debug code using Google Chrome's developer tools, and more.

You will then explore two leading frontend frameworks: React and Vue.js. In the React module, you will learn current best practices and apply them to build a functional application. In the Vue.js module, you will start with a simple "Hello, Vue!" example and progress toward creating a small, feature-rich math application—an experience designed to show you how Vue enables rapid, intuitive development. Because many organizations continue to rely on legacy codebases, this JavaScript course also covers jQuery, a library still widely used to support older websites. You will learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, and modernize those sites, giving you practical versatility across different technical environments.

In addition to technical skills, you will also practice strategies to help you leverage AI-assisted coding tools, such as ChatGPT, to support your work—from generating code ideas to debugging, refactoring, and accelerating development workflows. Equipped with these capabilities, you will be ready to design and build your own dynamic web application and take meaningful steps toward a career in web development.

Stephen Withrow

Stephen Withrow brings over four decades of experience in training, development, and consulting across a broad spectrum of technologies, including Python, Java, Web Development, Oracle, C, and C++. His extensive background includes the design and implementation of business-critical solutions on client/server, web, and enterprise platforms. He holds a degree in Computer Science and Physics from Florida State University.

Stephen has provided training for a wide array of organizations, including the Department of Defense, Home Depot, CVS, Bank of New York, Merrill Lynch, IBM, and UPS, delivering high-impact instruction to professionals at every level of technical proficiency.

As a trainer, Stephen is widely recognized for his deep subject matter expertise, engaging teaching style, and ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, practical instruction. Students consistently describe him as patient, approachable, and incredibly knowledgeable, often calling him the best technical instructor they've ever had. He is praised for his real-world examples, kindness, and attentiveness to students' needs.

Stephen creates a positive, encouraging learning environment where participation is welcomed and questions are thoroughly addressed. His ability to adapt to varying experience levels while maintaining a structured and effective course flow sets him apart. Whether teaching beginning HTML or advanced Oracle development, Stephen equips students with the skills, confidence, and insights to apply their knowledge immediately in the workplace.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
• Java (download and installation instructions are provided in course)
• Visual Studio Code (download and installation instructions are provided in course)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.