Web Development

This first year module addresses the core concepts of web development and provides a basic introduction to front-end and backend development.

Key Focuses

The module covers a range of topics. Some concepts such as security are embedded thoughout the material. The key focuses of the module are:

• Client Side development
  • HTML 5
  • CSS 3 + FlexBox
• Server-side programming (PHP)
  • The HTTP protocol
  • Sessions
  • Data Persistance (MySQL)
• Security
  • SQL Injection and Cross Site Scripting
  • Client Side vs Server Side
  • HTTPS (TLS/SSL)
• Usability
  • What is usability?
  • Running usablity tests
  • Making websites accessible

Method of delivery

As with most modules at essex, the module is delivered through a mixture of lectures and lab sessions.