Software Development & Programming

Learn to build software solutions that power the digital world — from basic logic to real-world applications

Created by Andrei Neagoie, Daniel Bourke

Course Overview

The digital economy runs on software. From mobile apps to websites, and business systems to automation, software development lies at the core of modern innovation. The Software Development & Programming course provides a comprehensive foundation in coding, problem-solving, and project building.

Whether you're new to programming or seeking to turn your tech skills into a career, this course covers the key concepts, languages, and tools needed to design, develop, and deploy software solutions across platforms.

What You Will Learn

You’ll progress through both theoretical and practical knowledge in key development areas:

1. Programming Fundamentals
2. Learn logic, syntax, and structure using beginner-friendly languages like Python or JavaScript.
3. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
4. Understand the building blocks of scalable, maintainable code.
5. Front-End Development Basics
6. Get hands-on with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build interactive web pages.
7. Back-End & Databases
8. Learn server-side programming, APIs, and how to work with databases (SQL, NoSQL).
9. Version Control
10. Master Git and GitHub for tracking changes and collaborating on code.
11. Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
12. Understand planning, testing, debugging, and deployment processes.
13. Project-Based Learning
14. Build real applications from start to finish with instructor support.

Who This Course is For

Ideal for:

1. Beginners interested in coding and software development
2. Tech enthusiasts looking to build apps or web tools
3. Aspiring developers, engineers, or product managers
4. Career switchers entering the tech industry
5. Anyone curious about how software works behind the scenes

Hands-On Learning Experience

Get practical skills through guided activities and challenges:

1. Code Along Exercises: Practice syntax and logic with step-by-step examples
2. Mini Projects: Build calculators, to-do lists, login systems, and more
3. Debugging Challenges: Fix real-world errors and bugs in existing code
4. Capstone Project: Create a fully functional web or software application
5. Code Reviews & Feedback: Learn to write clean, efficient, and readable code

Career Outcomes

By completing this course, you’ll be able to:

1. Design, write, and troubleshoot code in popular languages
2. Create software applications from scratch
3. Contribute to or lead development projects
4. Pursue roles such as Software Developer, Web Developer, Front-End Engineer, or Technical Co-founder

Tools & Concepts Covered

This course introduces you to essential tools of the trade:

1. Programming Languages (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS)
2. Development Environments (VS Code, CodePen, Replit)
3. Git & GitHub for collaboration
4. Database tools like MySQL or Firebase
5. Frameworks overview (React, Django, Node.js - depending on experience level)

Think Logically, Code Creatively

Enroll in Software Development & Programming and unlock the power to build digital products that shape the future.