Web Developer

Develop your future.

Design, build, and modify websites and digital experiences in your career as a web developer. As a developer, you have the opportunity to conceptualize and code a site or product from start to finish, using your talents create cool and impactful experiences. This is an exciting, creative path where you have the opportunity to be self-taught, making it incredibly accessible to pursue.

The Perks

12

Weeks

There are a wide variety of training courses and bootcamps that can be completed in just 8-12 weeks.

27%

Growth

The 10-year growth of this position is projected at a minimum of 27%, and jobs are already highly abundant.

$70660

Salary

Median annual salary for a web developer; experienced developers have the ability to make $100k+

Full Stack Web Developer

Integrity Web Consulting

I knew I wanted to work with computers and technology, but I didn’t have the opportunity for a Computer Science degree. But I found out that I could take courses in coding and develop my skills online, so I worked really hard to learn and teach myself to be a kicka** dev. I’ve never looked back.

What Do I Need?

Attention to Detail

Training or Certification

User-centered Approach

Initiative

User-centered Approach

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Training or Certification

User-centered Approach

Initiative

User-centered Approach

Problem Solving Skills

Your Resources

Ready to get started? Take your first step by exploring these pathways and resources that can help you discover how to become a web developer in St. Louis.

WGU Missouri Online Degree Programs

The mission of WGU Missouri is to expand access to affordable higher education for Missouri residents through online, competency-based programs that address key workforce needs. WGU Missouri offers more than 60 bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the high-demand fields of business, IT, teacher education, and healthcare. WGU now serves almost 3,200 students in Missouri and has awarded degrees to more than 3,200 Missouri residents.

College Program

Nexul Academy: Immersive 212

A full-stack web development training program for everything you need to know to be a professional developer. Classes include Mastering Html and CSS, Asp.Net Core (C#) Fundamentals, Angular Essentials, Asp.Net Core Advanced (C# APIs), Angular Advanced, SQL Server Queries, Docker and Kubernetes. We also cover all the tools of the trade, like VS Code, Visual Studio, Postman, Chrome Developer Tools, Terminal (node/npm), and Git source control. Over the course you collaborate in a team with classmates to build a project following agile practices like daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, pair programming, and presenting your work. Attend free if you qualify under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant program. Most remaining applicants qualify for no-upfront or reduced tuition depending on current income. Scholarships also available for women, minorities and veterans. Alumni of our Immersive program are valued and supported in their future growth. We continue to offer mentoring as you are adjusting to your new career with guidance and mentoring.

Nexul Academy: Preparation 101

A introduction to web development using Html, CSS, and JavaScript. In this program you follow tutorials, workshops, and build a starter portfolio project. All along the way, a mentor answers your questions and guides you to the next step. This option also prepares you for Immersive 212. Attend for as short or long as you need before moving on to Immersive 212. The meetup meets 2 to 4 times per month. Follow the meetup.com link below for schedule and signup (no-charge, no-obligation). Nexul Academy, certified by the Missouri Department of Higher Education, teaches people how to be full-stack web developers with the teamwork skills that employers want. Our learning path grows with you.

Free

Job Training

St. Louis Community College Immersive CodeCamp

Immersive CodeCamp, powered by LaunchCode

14 weeks, non-credit training introduces modern programming languages, frameworks and industry best practices for a coding career. Prepares students for LaunchCode’s full time paid apprenticeship program.

Web Developer, Certificate of Specialization (CS)

This certificate is designed for students seeking skills to qualify for positions as a web developer. The program was developed to include topics that will build the programming and database skills a web developer needs in order to build and maintain a corporation’s website. Emphasis is placed upon object-oriented languages that are frequently used for the Internet and intranets. The courses provide students with both the theoretical and technical knowledge and practical hands-on experience to be successful in the high demand web developer occupation.

College Program

Software Developer, Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

This program provides you with the technical skills and knowledge required to design, write, implement, secure and maintain business software systems in the enterprise. It teaches the principles of software architecture using current development tools, languages and environments. The courses in the web, software developer and database focus areas enable you to pursue in-depth skill and expertise within one of these three areas while preparing for industry-recognized certificates.

College Program

CoderGirl

This free, 6-month, once-a-week program via LaunchCode provides technical training in a variety of disciplines and is designed to equip women to launch a successful career in the tech field. Learning tracks include: Web Development & Design, C#/.NET, SQL Server, iOS, Java Data Science, and User Experience (UX) Data Analysis.

0 - 12 Months

Free

Job Training

Claim Academy

Learn to code in just 3 months with Claim Academy, a St. Louis-based developer boot camp that offers 12-week classes in Full Stack Java and .NET/C# programming, as well as shorter classes in software development, technology and career development. Scholarships, grants and financial aid are available.

0 - 12 Months

Financial Assistance

Job Training

LaunchCode

LaunchCode is a non-profit organization here in St. Louis, Missouri, that works with hundreds of companies and individuals to offer intensive courses in coding skills and set up paid apprenticeships in technology for talented people.

Apprenticeship

Certification Course

Job Training