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Free Web Design and Coding Program
Did you know that you can get a STEM job without a college degree? Web developers typically need less than a bachelor's degree to get started and also pay close to or above the median for all ocupations in 2015: $36,200.
Web developers are on top of the fastest growing list and the list with most openings, projected 20141-24. Web developers make $64,970, with 58,600 openings and 26.6% job outlook, much faster than the average (7%) for all occupations. Demand will be driven by the growing popularity of mobile devices and ecommerce.
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, web developers typically do the following:
- Meet with clients or management to discuss the needs and design of a website
- Create and test applications for a website
- Write code for websites, using programming languages such as HTML or XML
- Work with other team members to determine what information the site will contain
- Work with graphics and other designers to determine the website's layout
- Integrate graphics, audio, and video into the website
- Monitor website traffic
Important qualities for web developers include:
- Concentration. Web developers must sit at a computer and write detailed code for long periods.
- Creativity. Web developers often are involved in designing the appearance of a website and must make sure that it looks innovative and up to date.
- Customer-service skills. Webmasters have to respond politely and correctly to user questions and requests.
- Detail oriented. When web developers write in HTML, a minor error could cause an entire webpage to stop working.
If you are 17-24 years old, and are interested in web design and coding, the free Web Design and Coding Program at INNOVATION LAB @ INDUSTRY CITY provided by Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow may be an opportunity for you!
You will learn and recieve:
- Website design and coding fundamentals in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and more
- Skills to analyze information using digital technology
- Preparation for the Adobe Certified Associate Certification in Photoshop
- Critical thinking skills
- College access assistance
- Job placement assistance
For more information or to apply, call, email, or visit:
Innovation Lab at 87 35th Street, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232
718-801-8970
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