Professional No-Code Development Course

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Professional No-Code Development Course Syllabus

Fall 2024 | Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time | Location: Online

Course Description:

This 3-week course provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of no-code development. No prior coding experience is required as students will learn how to create sophisticated applications without writing traditional code. The curriculum offers an in-depth analysis of visual programming techniques, component-based architecture, and the application of no-code solutions across various industries. The course covers topics including data workflow, API integration, modular application design, and concerns regarding scalability and performance optimization. The course culminates in a capstone project, preparing students to apply no-code development principles to real-world scenarios and achieve certification.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain core concepts of no-code development and its advantages.
  2. Navigate a no-code platform interface and utilize its key features effectively.
  3. Design and build functional applications using component-based architecture.
  4. Implement data workflows, integrations, and APIs within applications.
  5. Apply best practices for application maintainability, scalability, and performance.
  6. Build industry-specific applications in sectors like insurance, fintech, healthcare, and government.
  7. Collaborate effectively in a team environment to design and develop applications.
  8. Prepare for a no-code development certification exam.

Course Materials:

  • Required Platform Access: Developer Account (free access provided)
  • Required Readings: All readings and resources provided through the course platform
  • Recommended Resources: No-code platform documentation, additional industry-specific materials as recommended throughout the course

Grading:

You can expect to spend approximately 40 hours per week on this course, including class time, section meetings, and independent work. The grading scale will comprise the following parts:

  • Attendance and Participation (20%): Active class participation is crucial. Each student is allowed to miss two days without explanation.
  • Weekly Assignments (30%): One assignment due each week. The lowest grade will be dropped.
  • Midterm Group Capstone Project (20%): Due at the end of Week 2.
  • Final Individual Capstone Project (25%): Due at the end of Week 3.
  • Certification Prep Quiz (5%): Taken during Week 3.

Course Schedule:

Week 1: Foundations of No-Code Development

  • Day 1: Front-End Foundation and Data Essentials
    • Introduction to no-code development concepts
    • Platform overview and interface familiarization
    • Basic component usage and layout design
    • Data essentials and workflow fundamentals
  • Day 2: Application Fundamentals
    • Single module applications
    • Transform components
    • Dashboard creation and features
    • Modularity and role-based access control
  • Day 3: Workflow Application and Data Workflow Intensive
    • Workflow applications and data manipulation
    • Data workflow: Creating and updating data structures
    • Data workflow: Aggregating and selecting data
    • Data workflow: Gateway and table operators
  • Day 4: Data Workflow Continued and Integration Libraries
    • Data workflow: Array and object operators
    • Loops and advanced data processing
    • API architecture and server-side validation
    • API integrations and error handling
  • Day 5: Building Better Applications
    • Application scalability and performance optimization
    • Dynamic refresh and advanced tools

Week 2: Industry-Specific Applications and Soft Skills Development

  • Day 1: Group Capstone and Soft Skills Development
    • Group capstone project kickoff
    • Effective communication and adaptability
    • Teamwork and collaboration
    • Problem-solving and critical thinking
    • Time management and emotional intelligence
  • Day 2: Industry-Specific Training - Insurance
    • Domain knowledge: Insurance
    • Claims processing and underwriting
    • InsurTech trends and innovations
    • Build an insurance application
  • Day 3: Industry-Specific Training - FinTech
    • Domain knowledge: Financial services
    • Blockchain and cryptocurrency
    • Payment systems and digital wallets
    • Build a wealth management application
  • Day 4: Industry-Specific Training - Healthcare
    • Domain knowledge: Healthcare
    • Electronic health records (EHR) and interoperability
    • HIPAA compliance and data security
    • Telemedicine and AI applications
    • Build an AI-powered EHR application
  • Day 5: Industry-Specific Training - Government
    • Domain knowledge: Government
    • Accessibility and Section 508 compliance
    • USWDS design systems
    • Data governance and open data initiatives
    • Build an e-permitting application

Week 3: Final Capstone and Career Preparation

  • Day 1: Final Individual Capstone and Career Workshop Part 1
    • Capstone project kickoff: Build an application
    • Resume building workshop
    • Cover letter workshop
  • Day 2: Career Workshop Part 2
    • Interview workshop
    • Tailoring your skills to job requirements
    • Mock interviews
  • Day 3: Final Presentation and Certification Prep Part 1
    • Final capstone demo and presentation
    • Certification exam preparation
    • Review and practice exam
  • Day 4: Certification Prep Part 2
    • Continued study/preparation for certification exam
    • Exam registration process
  • Day 5: Certification Prep Part 3
    • Certification exam day

Enrolment: Please book an appointment for an assessment, counseling, and enrollment in the Professional No Code Development Course. 

Join us and embark on your journey to becoming a professional no-code developer. Our comprehensive training program will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to create sophisticated applications and achieve certification.