JAVASCRIPT DEVELOPMENT SHORT COURSE: SINGAPORE

Knowing JavaScript opens doors. JavaScript has ranked #1 most popular developer tool in Stack Overflow’s Developer Survey for an astonishing 11 years in a row. And, according to LinkedIn, “JavaScript developer is one of the most in-demand roles in the country, as are the skills associated with it, and JavaScript is among the top five in-demand skills in the software industry.” Research shows an astounding 83% increase in web developer job postings in Singapore that require JavaScript skills over the past three years.*

Employers in Singapore and beyond are looking for product managers, designers, marketers, and other professionals with the technical literacy and JavaScript skills to collaborate effectively with development teams. 

*Data source: Lightcast™. April 2020 – January 2023. 

Our Singapore JavaScript Development Short Course is an intermediate course and typical learners already have a handle on front-end web development, including HTML and CSS basics. You can expect to find Singapore-based designers who want to step up their game, junior developers who want to strengthen their knowledge of JavaScript code, and web development hobbyists who want to go on to learn other frameworks and languages. 

This Singapore JavaScript course requires a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS in order to enrol. Graduates of our Singapore Front-End Web Development course will be well-prepared.

Our Admissions team can discuss your background and learning goals to advise if this Singapore JavaScript Development Short Course is a good fit for you.

Here are just some of the benefits you can expect as a GA Singapore student:

• A robust introduction to the fundamentals of JavaScript and object-oriented programming.
• The technical know-how to utilise JavaScript code both in the browser and on the command line, respond to user input, and consume data from any third-party API.
• 60 hours of expert instruction from a professional developer, plus many more spent tackling homework, honing projects, and getting technical support in office hours.
• Robust coursework, including expert-vetted lesson decks, project toolkits, and more. Refresh and refine your knowledge throughout your professional journey as needed.
• A real-world project where you’ll build a single-page web app that adheres to modern JavaScript design patterns.
• Individual feedback and guidance from instructors and teaching assistants. Stay motivated and make the most of your experience with the help of GA’s dedicated team.
• Exclusive access to alumni discounts, networking events, and career workshops.
• A GA course certificate to showcase your new skill set on LinkedIn.
• Connections with a professional network of instructors and peers that lasts well beyond the course. The global GA community can help you navigate and succeed in the field — whether in Singapore or across the globe.

We’re proud to offer numerous other directly connected courses, from other Singapore short courses like Python programming and React development, to full-time career change focused Singapore immersive tech bootcamp programs in software engineering, data science, and UX design.

For your capstone project, you’ll build a single-page application with JavaScript that follows common design patterns, persists user data, and consumes data from APIs. We encourage you to tackle a coding challenge that’s related to your work or a passion project you’ve been meaning to carve out time for.

Throughout this Singapore JavaScript development course, you’ll also complete a number of smaller labs designed to reinforce what you’ve learned in each unit.

Yes. All of our short courses are designed for busy professionals with full-time work commitments. Depending on your location, classes meet twice per week in the evenings or all day on Saturday. If you’re able to dedicate a full week to learning, we also have a full-time, accelerated one-week option. 

You’ll be expected to spend time working on homework and projects outside of class each week, but the workload is designed to be manageable with a full-time job.

If you need to miss a session or two, we offer resources to help you catch up. We recommend you discuss any planned absences with your instructor.

Our Admissions team is here to help and can advise whether this Singapore JavaScript Development Short Course is right for you and your learning goals. You can also:

• Attend a free class or workshop.
• Explore your financing options.
• Apply to enrol in the course.*

*Course modality options vary by location, pending market availability. Please contact our Admissions team to discuss what version is available in your location.