IBM SkillsBuild: Build a Website

Open Opened on August 11, 2025
Main contact
Funzy Trips
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Janet Akpan
CEO
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Project
60 hours per participant
Participant
Anywhere
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
UX design Sales strategy Social media marketing Website development Artificial intelligence
Skills
html generation css codes wix
Details

The objective of this project is to:

Design a new website for my company that demonstrates who we are, our services and includes an intake form.


Desired outcomes by the end of the project:


  • Describe the basic functions of a computer
  • Differentiate between hardware and software
  • Describe the types of programming languages
  • Explain how a computer reads code
  • Differentiate between web design and web development
  • Identify website components
  • Explain the main steps in the web development process
  • Differentiate between client-side and server-side processes
  • Identify the focus areas and common languages for front-end development
  • Identify the focus areas and common languages for back-end development
  • Differentiate between the World Wide Web and the internet
  • Explain how the cloud benefits web development


Recommended IBM SkillsBuild course(s):

Web Development Basics

Developing Sites for the Web

Introduction to HTML and CCS

Your Future in Web Development: The Job Landscape

Deliverables

By the end of the project, examples of outcomes are:

  • Write content for homepage, about section, and resume.
  • Use basic responsive design principles.
  • Host site using GitHub Pages or similar.


Final deliverables should include:

1. Live website URL or zip file of site

2. GitHub repository with code

3. Design brief (1 page)

Mentorship
Domain expertise and knowledge

Providing specialized knowledge in the project subject area, with industry context.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes

The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.

Life on land

About the company

Company
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Education, Hospitality, Individual & family services, Travel & tourism

"Where Fun Meets Adventure"
Funny Trips is your passport to hilarious adventures and unforgettable memories! We’re not your average travel company​, we mix fun, laughter, and quirky experiences into every trip we plan. Whether you’re a group of friends, students on break, or families looking to spice up your vacation, we turn regular getaways into comedy-filled joyrides.