Sisters Learning Code: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for Beginners | Cohort 2

Have you been curious about tech but don't know where to start?

Sisters Learning Code: HTML/CSS/JavaScript for Beginners

6-week workshop series

Curious about transitioning into tech but don't know where to start? Our Sisters Learning Code virtual workshop series is geared toward Women of Color looking to upskill their talents and grow their careers.

What You'll Learn

You will learn about coding languages HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and gain practical skills by completing a project you can share online.

Upon completion of the 6-weeks, you'll walk away with the ultimate developer toolkit as you learn to code your very own website portfolio that will definitely get you noticed.

During this project-based workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of coding, including HTML5 and CSS3, along with the Bootstrap framework with the help of our amazing Mentors! During this series, you'll receive the following:

• Weekly live, virtual sessions covering how to create a beautiful, multipage page website with images and a CSS-defined layout
• Weekly assignments to deepen your knowledge and understanding
• Access to weekly small group peer mentoring with our Learning Squads
• Confidence and community in a private learning environment
• Certificate upon completion of the course

Why is this Relevant?

Why are web development fundamentals important? Whether you are a student, marketing professional, business executive, web developer, or someone exploring a career move, understanding the basics of web development is crucial. It’s the center of what drives most companies today.

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Meeting Times:

• Sat. March 26th, 11 am-1:30 pm EST
• Sat. April 2nd, 11 am-1:30 pm EST
• Sat. April 9th, 11 am-1:30 pm EST
• Sat. April 16th, 11 am-1:30 pm EST
• Sat. April 23rd, 11 am-1:30 pm EST
• Sat. April 30th, 11 am-1:30 pm EST

Weekly breakdown:

• Week 1: Intro to HTML
• Week 2: Intro to HTML\CSS
• Week 3: Intro to CSS & Responsive Design
• Week 4: Intro to GitHub & CSS
• Week 5: Intro to JavaScript
• Week 6: Intro to JavaScript (cont.)

How to Prepare:

• No coding experience necessary
• Access to Zoom video conferencing software
• Wifi-enabled computer is required
• Web browser such as Chrome or FireFox
• Permissions to download software application such as Sublime Text onto laptop
• Please familiarize yourself with Philly Tech Sistas Code of Conduct
• Must be 18 years or older

Scholarships are available! View phillytechsistas.org/financial-aid for more information.

Want to be a Mentor for this event? Fill out our interest form.

About Philly Tech Sistas

Philly Tech Sistas is an organization aimed at helping Women of Color gain technical and professional skills in order to work, thrive, and move up in the tech industry. We do this by providing web development workshops and professional development events that build leadership, confidence, and community.

Donate to our scholarship fund

Philly Tech Sistas works hard to lower barriers for Women of Color transitioning into the technology field. We know cost can be a factor so we offer scholarships for attendees who may be facing financial hardships.

Please donate to our scholarship fund. Your generous, tax-deductible donation, goes a long way in helping create economic empowerment for more Women of Color.

Refund Policy

Philly Tech Sistas does not offer refunds. If you need to cancel for any reason, you may arrange with another attendee to sell your ticket to. Once sold or exchanged, email us to confirm the transfer. If the class is rescheduled, moved to a different location, or canceled by PTS, all participants will be refunded.