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Web Design Essentials

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Access independent learning resources on web design, from the basics of code to creating your own website. 

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Cover Image for Confident Coding

by Rob Percival

Call Number
005.1 P42c
Publication Year
2017
Cover Image for Code : the hidden language of computer hardware and software

Petzold, Charles

Call Number
005.13 P51c1
Publication Year
2023
Cover Image for Hello Web Design

by Tracy Osborn

Call Number
005.75 A11O8h
Publication Year
2021
Cover Image for Learning PHP, MySQL & JavaScript: a Step-by-step Guide to Creating Dynamic Websites

by Robin Nixon

Call Number
005.133 P11N7L3
Publication Year
2021
Cover Image for HTML, CSS & JavaScript in Easy Steps

by Mike McGrath

Call Number
005.75 H11M14hc
Publication Year
2020
Cover Image for Dead Simple Python

by Jason C. McDonald

Call Number
005.133 P99M13d
Publication Year
2023
Cover Image for Learn to Code by Solving Problems

by Daniel Zingaro

Call Number
005.133 P99Z7L
Publication Year
2021
Cover Image for Learn Python Visually

by Tristan Bunn

Call Number
005.133 P99B9L
Publication Year
2021
Cover Image for Coding for Beginners in Easy Steps

by Mike McGrath

Call Number
005.133 P99M1c1
Publication Year
2022
Cover Image for Principles of Web Design

by Brian D. Miller

Call Number
005.75 A11M64p
Publication Year
2022

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Vancouver Public Library offers Digital Essentials programming and resources for learners of all levels and interests. From the basics of internet searching to building your first open data visualization, we can help you develiop the skills to engage with the digital world.

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From the basics of internet searching to using your brand new device, we have a technology class for you!

VPL’s Digital Essentials classes and workshops help you develop skills for the digital world. Learn the essentials about computers, the Internet, and mobile devices at the library.

Each Digital Essentials series contains a set of classes that focus on a different area of technology. Get started today!

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