- Want to learn about computer programming, computer servers, or databases, but aren't sure where to start?
- Curious about how web applications are built?
CIS 047 is for you!
This survey course exposes students to some of the advanced techniques used by web professionals to create dynamic web pages.
We will cover:
- The basics of computer programming using PHP
- The basics of databases using MySQL and SQL commands
- How to set up and maintain a web server on your own machine!
Also, we will discuss an overview of content management systems in general (and WordPress in particular); setting up and configuring a web server to allow WordPress to work (including setting up a new MySQL database); downloading, installing, and configuring a WordPress instance.
We will also discuss creating and editing content, assigning categories and tags, managing widgets, implementing and modifying themes, and adding plugins to enhance productivity and functionality.
By the end of the course, students will have set up a web server, set up and maintained a database, and built a fully-functional WordPress website.
The class will be held at the Milpitas Extension
4500 Escuela Parkway
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 947-5350