FE403
Advanced JavaScript and TypeScript
Faculty
Christopher Baker
Full Stack Developer
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Duration
Total hours
Credits
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Course type
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Skills you’ll learn
Overview
This intermediate JavaScript/TypeScript course bridges foundational skills with modern development practices. Students will master core language features and tooling, and explore both browser and Node.js environments, all while applying TypeScript. Through hands-on projects, they’ll build CLI tools, APIs, and interactive web apps, preparing them for real-world scripting, full-stack development, or advanced framework learning.
Learning highlights
- Deep TypeScript Integration: Types, generics, and decorators.
- Full-Stack Exposure: Node.js APIs + DOM manipulation.
- Toolchain Proficiency: ESLint, Prettier, npm, Vite, and testing.
- Modern APIs: Fetch, Web Workers, Service Workers, and PWAs.
- Project-Based: Build 3+ portfolio-ready apps from scratch.
Course outline
15 classes
Intro and Review
Syllabus, Quantity Over Quality, Projects.
Development Toolchain
Platforms, npm, and Quality.
TypeScript I
Basic Types.
TypeScript II
Complex Types.
Practice and Review
Practice and Review.
Advanced JavaScript
Errors, Template Strings, and Async.
Node.js Development
Intro and Basic Frameworks.
Browser Development
DOM, Events, Timers, Storage, and Fetch.
Advanced Web APIs
Workers and PWAs.
Practice and Review
Practice and Review.
Testing
Fundamentals and Implementations.
Frontend Development
Bundlers and Frameworks.
DevOps & Deployment
Pipelines, Deployment, Cloud Platforms.
Advanced Topics
Functional, Monorepos, and Principles.
Practice and Review
Practice and Review.
Prerequisites
Basic JavaScript (variables, loops, functions).
Familiarity with HTML/CSS (for browser projects).
Comfort with terminal/command line (for Node.js/CLI work).
Methodology
Interactive Lectures: Concepts explained through slides and live coding.
Hands-on Exercises: Guided exercises are spread throughout the lecture content.
Take-home Labs: In-class exercises are further explored as homework.
Code Reviews: Instructor- and peer-provided feedback on each project.
Weekly Projects: Portfolio-ready projects each week, creating an API, a CLI, and a PWA.
Grading
Christopher J. Baker began coding in his youth, growing up in a farming community, and his passion for technology has only deepened over 24 years of programming and 12 years of professional experience. Most recently serving as Director of Frontend Technology, Christopher specializes in software architecture, API design, and data processing and analysis. His career spans diverse industries, including fintech, gambling, fast food, and e-commerce, across a wide variety of projects, from open source to startups to fortune 10 companies.
A dedicated mentor and trainer, Christopher has taught and inspired others throughout his career. Recently, he has expanded his efforts through international talks, workshops, and training sessions. Beyond technology, Christopher applies his analytical mindset to his hobbies, such as culinary experimentation and tabletop role-playing games, showcasing his creativity and love of exploration.
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Advanced JavaScript and TypeScript
by Christopher Baker
Total hours
45 Hours
Dates
Oct 20 - Nov 07, 2025
Fee for single course
€1500
Fee for degree students
€750
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FAQ
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate signed by the director of the program your course belonged to.
Do I need a visa?
This depends on your case. Please check with the Spanish or Thai consulate in your country of residence about visa requirements. We will do our part to provide you with the necessary documents, such as the Certificate of Enrollment.
Can I get a discount?
Yes. The easiest way to enroll in a course at a discounted price is to register for multiple courses. Registering for multiple courses will reduce the cost per individual course. Please ask the Admissions Office for more information about the other kinds of discounts we offer and what you can do to receive one.