About this Program
Some of the most engaging websites, mobile apps and games we enjoy today are powered by JavaScript. This versatile and popular programming language allows you to develop dynamic, immersive applications. And the demand for these skills is growing rapidly.
In this three-course certificate program, we’ll cover the full range of JavaScript, including the latest features of ES6. You’ll learn how to use essential frameworks and libraries such as React Redux and Node.js to develop a modern back-end web application deployed to the cloud.
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DESIGNED FOR
Anyone with some basic programming experience who wants to get started or further their skills in full-stack development.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have:
- Proficiency in HTML and CSS
- Some basic experience with JavaScript or another programming language, including working with basic file I/O (reading and writing text and/or binary files) and data structures such as arrays, functions, events and objects
- Some experience with version control in Git, including understanding change requests and staging and committing files for change requests
If you need help preparing for this certificate, you might consider taking our Certificate in Front-End Development With HTML, CSS & JavaScript.
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about 15 to 18 hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system (Windows or Mac), although an Intel Mac or Linux platform is optimal
- Recent web browser
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
- Second monitor (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- How to combine JavaScript with CSS and HTML for application development
- DOM manipulation, data structures and state containers
- How to create single-page applications using React.js
- Various JavaScript libraries and how to bundle them using Webpak
- How to use Node.js for back-end web application development
GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
You’ll build a back-end web application using HTML, JavaScript, Node.js and other tools.
APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP
You may be eligible to apply for a UW Certificate Scholarship or Rotary Scholarship to cover most of the costs of this program. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and the potential of the program to positively impact your career. For more information, see the Scholarships page.
EARN DIGITAL BADGES
You can earn a digital achievement badge for successfully completing this certificate program, as well as a separate badge for each course. These badges can be shared on LinkedIn and other social media sites. Learn more about digital badges.
Career Stats
82%
Alumni working in field
Sample Employers
Boeing, MIcrosoft, Amazon, Expeditors, Pemco, T-Mobile
31.6%
Projected job growth for software developers in Washington state (2024-2034)
$162,386
Median salary for software developers in Washington state (2023)
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