Generative AI for Web Developers introduces web developers to the transformative power of Generative AI (GenAI) in enhancing web development processes across various domains, including front-end and UI development, server management, database handling, and content creation. It aims to demystify the capabilities and applications of GenAI, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these technologies can be leveraged to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and foster innovation in web development projects.
Generative AI for Web Developers
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What you'll learn
Build a foundational understanding of Generative AI and its applications in web development.
Deploy the latest GenAI tools and technologies to automate front-end design, enhance server security, and optimize databases.
Learn best practices and ethical considerations for integrating AI into your development projects.
Perform AI-driven tasks, including code generation, UI/UX design, content creation, and comprehensive testing across front-end and back-end systems.
Skills you'll gain
- Web Development
- Databases
- Software Development Tools
- Web Development Tools
- Data Ethics
- Generative AI
- Web Servers
- Front-End Web Development
- Database Management
- Back-End Web Development
- Web Content
- User Interface (UI)
- Prompt Engineering
- Server Administration
- Artificial Intelligence
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
- ChatGPT
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August 2025
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Taught in English
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This module introduces web developers to the transformative potential of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and GitHub Copilot. Learners will explore how AI can automate and enhance tasks across the web development stack: setting up and using AI tools, designing and testing front-end interfaces, building secure backend servers, and managing databases. Through practical examples, the module demonstrates how generative AI streamlines workflows, improves code quality, generates content, and optimizes data management, empowering developers to create more efficient, accessible, and dynamic web applications.
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