January 2019
Beginner to intermediate
2h 35m
English
on-demand course
Google Apps Script - A Project-Based Exercise Using Spreadsheets and Web Apps
with Laurence Svekis
Overview
In this 2 hr course, you'll learn how to create functional web applications using Google Apps Script, leveraging JavaScript and Google Sheets for data handling. This beginner-friendly course provides practical, project-based exercises to give you hands-on experience with connecting Google services into interactive apps.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Create web applications that integrate with Google Sheets using Google Apps Script.
- Build and deploy an interactive post board using a project-based approach.
- Embed a custom web app within Google Sites for enhanced functionality.
- Manipulate Google Spreadsheet data programmatically for updated and dynamic content.
- Learn debugging and optimization techniques for Google Apps Scripts and related tools.
Course Instructor(s)
Laurence Svekis, an experienced web developer with over 20 years of expertise, specializes in teaching practical developments with popular tools like Google Apps Script. With his engaging teaching style and hands-on approach, Laurence is committed to simplifying complex topics for learners.
Who is it for?
Ideal for JavaScript developers looking to expand their skills into Google Apps Script applications, or beginners interested in automating tasks and creating web apps integrated with Google services. Prior programming knowledge helps but is not required for basic comprehension.
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