Web Programming Bootcamp - Learn Python & Django from Scratch
No previous experience required. Code College's Web Programming Bootcamp teaches complete beginners the fundamentals of web development using Python, Django, HTML, CSS, and modern web technologies. Whether you're switching careers, upskilling, or starting fresh, this bootcamp sets you up for success.
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Our comprehensive Web Programming Bootcamp is designed to transform you into a confident web developer in just 3 months. You'll learn industry-standard technologies, build real-world projects, and gain the practical skills that employers are actively seeking.
Whether you've never coded before or you're looking to formalize your web development knowledge, this intensive program provides everything you need to launch a rewarding career in web development.
Get a QuoteWho Is This Bootcamp For?
Our Python and Django bootcamp is designed for:
- Complete beginners with zero coding experience
- Career changers looking to break into tech and web development
- Professionals wanting to master modern web technologies
- Aspiring web developers ready to build real projects
- School leavers intending to start a career in web development
- Professionals seeking to combine coding skills with industry experience
Complete Curriculum Overview
Learn JavaScript, the most popular front-end programming language
- Variables, data types, operators
- Arrays, Objects
- Logic Statements
- Loops
- Functions
- Built-In Methods
- Games
- JavaScript interaction with HTML, DOM
- JavaScript animation with CSS
- Robot App
- Game with Operands and Operators
- Word App
- WishList App
- Adventure story game
- Basic Weather App
- Lemonade Stand App
- Project 1: Guessing Game
- Project 2: Shopping Cart App
- Project 3: JavaScript Quiz
- Project 4: Build a portfolio website and deploy it
Module 2: Git & GitHub - Version Control Fundamentals
Master version control and collaborative development with Git & GitHub
- Git fundamentals and core concepts
- Local Git repository setup and configuration
- Commits, branches, and merging strategies
- Staging, commits, and commit history management
- Remote repositories and synchronization with GitHub
- Pull requests and collaborative workflows
- Resolving merge conflicts and managing changes
- GitHub features: Issues, Projects, Teams, and Discussions
- Professional Git workflows and best practices
- Branching strategies: Git Flow, GitHub Flow, and trunk-based development
- Code review processes and pull request management
- Undoing changes and recovering from mistakes
- Team collaboration and communication with Git
- Complete 17-lesson curriculum covering all Git operations
Module 3: Python / Django
Learn Python, the most versatile programming language & more in-depth look at Python
- Variables and Simple Data Types
- Introducing Lists
- Working with Lists
- if Statements
- Dictionaries
- User Input and while Loops
- Functions
- Classes
- Files and Exceptions
- Testing Your Code
- Project 1: Alien Invasion Game
- Project 2: Data Visualization with API's
- Project 3: Web Applications with Django
Capstone Project
- Web Programming Bootcamp CapStone Project
Description: Learn JavaScript, the most popular front-end programming language
Duration: Phase 1 of the bootcamp (approx. 4-5 weeks)
Focus: Master JavaScript fundamentals and build interactive web applications
Outcomes: Write clean, functional JavaScript code and create real-world projects
Core Programming Concepts
- Variables, data types, operators
- Arrays and Objects
- Logic Statements (if/else conditions)
- Loops (for and while)
- Functions and reusable code
- Built-In Methods and JavaScript utilities
Interactive Web Development
- JavaScript interaction with HTML & DOM (Document Object Model)
- JavaScript animation with CSS
- Creating responsive user experiences
- Event handling and user input
Learning Activities & Mini-Projects
- Games - Build simple games to practice logic and loops
- Robot App - Create an interactive robot that responds to commands
- Game with Operands and Operators - Develop a game teaching mathematical operations
- Word App - Build a word manipulation tool
- WishList App - Create an interactive wish list application
- Adventure Story Game - Develop a text-based adventure game with branching paths
- Basic Weather App - Build your first data-driven application
- Lemonade Stand App - Create a business simulation game
Module 1 Capstone Projects
- Project 1: Guessing Game - Put your JavaScript fundamentals to the test by creating a number guessing game with user interaction and scoring system.
- Project 2: Shopping Cart App - Build a fully functional shopping cart that demonstrates DOM manipulation, data storage, and user interface design.
- Project 3: JavaScript Quiz - Create an interactive quiz application that tests user knowledge and provides instant feedback.
- Project 4: Build a Portfolio Website and Deploy It - Build and deploy your first professional portfolio website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This becomes part of your professional portfolio and is visible to potential employers.
Module 1 Learning Outcomes
- Understand fundamental programming concepts applicable to all languages
- Write clean, readable JavaScript code following best practices
- Create interactive web applications that respond to user input
- Debug and troubleshoot code effectively
- Understand the Document Object Model (DOM) and DOM manipulation
- Build a portfolio of real projects to showcase to employers
- Feel confident in your ability to learn new technologies
- Understand how to approach problem-solving as a developer
Module 2: Git & GitHub - Version Control Fundamentals (Detailed)
Description: Master version control and collaborative development with Git & GitHub
Duration: Phase 2 of the bootcamp (approx. 1-2 weeks)
Focus: Master Git fundamentals, branching strategies, and professional GitHub workflows
Outcomes: Become proficient with version control and professional team collaboration
Git Fundamentals
- Understanding version control and why Git is essential
- The three stages of Git (working directory, staging area, repository)
- Git objects and the Git data model
- Commits and commit history navigation
- Branches and references
- Git configuration and setup
Local Repository Operations
- Initializing Git repositories
- Creating and managing commits
- Staging changes and understanding the staging area
- Viewing repository status and history
- Comparing versions with git diff
- Checking out older commits and creating branches from history
Remote Repositories & GitHub
- GitHub account setup and repository creation
- SSH keys and authentication
- Connecting local repositories to remote GitHub
- Cloning repositories and working with existing projects
- Understanding origin and remote tracking
- Pushing and pulling changes
Branching & Collaboration
- Creating and switching branches
- Branch naming conventions
- Merging branches and resolving conflicts
- Branching strategies (Git Flow, GitHub Flow)
- Pull requests and code reviews
- Team collaboration workflows
Advanced Git Operations
- Stashing and temporarily saving work
- Undoing changes safely (restore, revert, reset)
- Interactive rebasing and commit cleanup
- Recovering from mistakes
- Commit message conventions and best practices
Module 2 Learning Outcomes
- Master Git command-line operations
- Confidently manage repositories locally and on GitHub
- Create and manage branches for parallel development
- Understand and resolve merge conflicts
- Navigate and explore commit history
- Collaborate effectively with pull requests and code reviews
- Apply professional Git workflows and best practices
- Recover from mistakes and manage repository history
- Be ready for professional development team environments
Module 2 Benefits: Git & GitHub mastery is essential for professional development. This module ensures you can collaborate effectively in team environments, manage code professionally, and follow industry-standard version control practices.
Module 3: Python / Django (Detailed)
Description: Learn Python, the most versatile programming language & more in-depth look at Python
Duration: Phase 3 of the bootcamp (approx. 3-4 weeks)
Focus: Master Python fundamentals, object-oriented programming, and Django web framework
Outcomes: Build server-side applications and full-stack web applications using Django
Core Programming Concepts
- Variables and Simple Data Types
- Introducing and Working with Lists
- If Statements and Conditional Logic
- Dictionaries and Data Structures
- User Input and While Loops
- Functions and Modularity
- Object-Oriented Programming with Classes
- Files and Exception Handling
- Testing Your Code and Debugging
Django Web Framework
- Setting up a Django project and applications
- Models and Database design
- Views and URL routing
- Templates and HTML rendering
- Forms and user input handling
- Authentication and user management
- Building dynamic web applications
- Deploying Django applications
Learning Activities & Practice
- Data manipulation exercises using lists and dictionaries
- Logic practice with if statements and loops
- Function design and decomposition
- Object-oriented design with classes and inheritance
- File I/O and data persistence
- Error handling and debugging exercises
- API integration and data fetching
- Database design and SQL queries
Module 3 Capstone Projects
- Project 1: Alien Invasion Game - Apply game logic concepts and object-oriented programming to build a fully functional spaceship game with enemies, collisions, and scoring systems.
- Project 2: Data Visualization with API's - Fetch real-world data from public APIs and create visualizations and analysis tools using Python. Learn to work with external data sources.
- Project 3: Web Applications with Django - Build a complete full-stack web application using Django. Design a database, create user authentication, build forms, and deploy your application online.
Module 3 Learning Outcomes
- Master Python programming and object-oriented programming principles
- Build server-side applications using Django framework
- Design and work with databases and data persistence
- Integrate external APIs and data sources into applications
- Understand web application architecture and deployment
- Write clean, maintainable, professional-grade Python code
- Debug and optimize Python applications
- Build a comprehensive portfolio of Python and Django projects
- Be ready for junior developer positions in Python/Django shops
Course Format & Duration
3 months (500 hours) full-time intensive bootcamp | Hybrid in Johannesburg, Live online elsewhere
Comprehensive 3-module program covering frontend JavaScript, professional version control with Git & GitHub, and backend Python/Django development. Flexible scheduling with cohorts starting 3-monthly. Expert instructors guide you through hands-on projects, code reviews, and collaborative learning.
Course Details
- Duration: 3 months (500 hours total)
- Format: Full-time intensive
- Delivery: Hybrid in Johannesburg, Live online (linked with Johannesburg) elsewhere
- Cohorts: Starting every 3 months
- Class Size: Intentionally small for personalized attention
- Schedule: Flexible learning options available
- Modules: Module 1: Intro to Programming (JavaScript) | Module 2: Git & GitHub (Version Control) | Module 3: Python / Django
Why Choose Code College?
At Code College, we believe anyone can learn to code. Our expert instructors create a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where you can:
- Expert instructors with real-world development experience
- Supportive learning environment where questions are encouraged
- Hands-on projects that build your professional portfolio
- Career support and job placement assistance
- Access to course materials after graduation
- Flexible payment plans and student loan options available
- Community of fellow learners and alumni network
- Job placement support with many graduates finding employment within weeks
Our success comes from fostering an environment where every student feels supported and motivated to reach their full potential as a web developer.
Real-World Projects You'll Build
Learn by doing. Throughout this bootcamp, you'll build production-ready applications including:
- Interactive games and applications (Games, Robot App, WishList App, Adventure Story Game)
- E-commerce shopping cart systems (Shopping Cart App)
- Data visualization tools (Data Visualization with API's)
- Personal portfolio website (deployed online)
- Full-stack web applications with databases (Web Applications with Django)
- Game development (Guessing Game, Alien Invasion Game)
You'll complete 7+ real-world projects throughout the bootcamp. Each project reinforces key concepts and builds your portfolio - a crucial asset when applying for jobs as a web developer.
Invest in Your Future
Web development is one of the most in-demand skills in tech. This bootcamp is your first step toward building a rewarding career, launching your own projects, or upskilling within your organization. Our graduates are working as web developers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs.
Career Opportunities After Graduation
- Junior Web Developer
- Full-Stack Developer (with further study)
- Freelance Web Developer
- Frontend Developer
- Backend Developer
- Web Development Consultant
For Businesses & Teams
Investing in developer training pays dividends. Our graduates are equipped to:
- Build modern, responsive websites
- Develop custom business applications
- Implement scalable web solutions
- Modernize legacy web systems
Companies trust Code College to upskill their teams with practical, job-ready web development expertise.
Your Next Steps in Web Development
After this bootcamp, you have multiple pathways:
If pursuing a software development career: Continue with our Full-Stack Web Developer Bootcamp to master frontend and backend technologies.
If not pursuing software development: Consider furthering your studies into data analysis by doing the Python Data Analysis module - a powerful complement to your web development skills.
Your Web Programming Bootcamp completion opens doors to specialized advanced bootcamps and short courses to expand your expertise.
Pricing
Invest in your future with our comprehensive web development bootcamp
Web Programming Bootcamp (2026 Pricing)
- Pre-paid: R24 995
- Full-price: R29 995
All other pricing options are available at: codecollege.co.za/pricing
Financing options available: codecollege.co.za/student-loans
What's Included
- Duration: 3 months (500 hours) - Module 1: JavaScript + Module 2: Git & GitHub + Module 3: Python/Django
- Format: Full-time intensive
- Delivery: Hybrid in Johannesburg, Live online elsewhere
- Financing: Flexible payment plans and student loans available
- Includes: All course materials, projects, mentoring, and career support
We believe cost shouldn't be a barrier to learning web development. We offer flexible payment plans and student loan options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any coding experience?
No! This bootcamp is designed for complete beginners. We start from the very basics and progressively build your skills. No prior experience is required.
Is this bootcamp suitable for career changers?
Absolutely! Many of our students are career changers from non-tech backgrounds. Our supportive learning environment and expert instructors make it possible for anyone to learn web development.
How long does the bootcamp take?
The Web Programming Bootcamp is a 3-month (500 hours) full-time intensive program across three modules: JavaScript, Git & GitHub, and Python/Django. This typically means 40-50 hours per week of learning and coding.
What technologies will I learn?
You'll master HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Django - the core technologies for modern web development. You'll also learn about databases, APIs, and deployment.
Will I build real projects?
Yes! You'll build 7+ real-world projects throughout the bootcamp. These projects go into your professional portfolio and demonstrate your skills to potential employers.
What happens after graduation?
Our graduates pursue various paths: employment as web developers, freelance work, launching their own projects, or continuing with advanced bootcamps like our Full-Stack Web Developer Bootcamp.
Is the bootcamp online or in-person?
We offer both! Our bootcamp is available as a hybrid program in Johannesburg, and as a live online program (linked with Johannesburg) for students everywhere else. Choose the format that works best for your lifestyle.
What's the class size?
We keep cohorts intentionally small to ensure every student gets personalized attention and feedback from our expert instructors.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes! Upon completion, you'll receive a Code College Web Programming Bootcamp certificate, plus a portfolio of real projects that demonstrate your capabilities to employers.
What if I need financial support?
We offer flexible payment plans and student loan options. Learn more about financing options at codecollege.co.za/student-loans or contact us to discuss your specific needs.
What's the job placement rate?
We recommend the Web Programming Bootcamp for career changers who want to switch to software developers inside their own company or in a similar industry. Because you already have working experience on your CV, adding Python / Django skills to it, is a very powerful combination. Our graduates like these have successfully secured positions as web developers, with many finding employment within weeks of completing the bootcamp. We also provide career support and job placement assistance.
Can I access course materials after graduation?
Yes, you'll have continued access to all course materials, videos, and resources after graduation for ongoing reference and learning.
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