Harvard · Course Certificate · Associate
CS50's Web Programming with Python and JavaScript
Crydd Score 79
Demand Growing
Career Value Strong
Recognition Strong
CS50W at a glance
- Provider
- Harvard
- Credential type
- Course Certificate
- Exam required
- No — course/project based
- Category
- Software Development
- Level
- Associate
- Cost
- Free
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Time to earn
- 3–5 months
- Validity
- Does not expire
- Format
- Projects plus a final capstone
- Prerequisites
- CS50x or equivalent programming experience
What is CS50W?
Harvard's full-stack web course: Django, JavaScript, SQL, and React, culminating in a capstone you design yourself. A free certificate from a strongly-recognised programme.
Skills it covers
- Django
- JavaScript
- SQL
- React
- Web application design
Is CS50W worth it? The Crydd Verdict
CS 79Choose it if
You have programming basics and want a rigorous, free path into full-stack web development with a portfolio capstone.
Consider alternatives if
You are brand new to coding — CS50x or CS50P first.
Why we say so
Rigorous, project-heavy, and recognised — one of the strongest free routes into web development.
Market demand
Full-stack skills are broadly demanded, and CS50's capstone gives learners a real portfolio piece.
Where CS50W takes you
- Full Stack Developer
- Backend Developer
- Frontend Developer
Career roadmaps show where this certification fits in each path. See the roadmaps.
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A sensible order
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