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Why take an Software Developer course?


A Software Development course will open up a whole host of opportunities in the growing IT careers field, where technology is continually evolving. So by becoming a software developer, you'll have loads of room for career growth.


CodeSpace's Software Development course teaches you the fundamentals of programming and provides you with a broad skill set in current web technologies.


You'll become proficient in frontend web development so you can create dynamic web applications. You'll learn the essential frontend technologies used to design the user-facing experience, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.


By the end of the course, you will have a collection of portfolio pieces to help launch your career in the IT industry.


The CodeSpace comprehensive coding track includes courses and modules like:

  • Web Design
  • Frontend Development
  • Mobile Development
  • Career Coaching

As a software developer, you won't be confined to coding or developing web pages, nor are you limited to careers in the tech industry alone.

The IT field is big enough for you to continue as a commercial software developer or specialise in custom software development for all kinds of industries, like healthcare, finance, etc.

In these various industries, you can be part of the process of designing, creating, deploying, and maintaining specialised software


Careers in Software Development

There are many available tech careers for someone that has studied information technology.


Some examples are:

  • The old hands: Experienced software developers with 10+ years of experience can expect to earn R65,000 – R87,000.
  • In the middle: Mid-career software developers with five years of experience or more will be earning R37,000 – R45,000
  • The newbies: Junior software developers in South Africa typically start in the range of R14,000 – R24,000.
Students continue to pursue their careers in software development.

What will you learn in a Software Developer course?



Our CodeSpace comprehensive software development course focuses on coding and programming.

You will learn:



  • Frontend programming languages.
  • Essential frontend technologies to design the user-side experience, using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • How to create web applications and a portfolio of projects.

What is Software Development?

Software Development involves developing, coding, testing, and debugging software applications for various companies, whether in the tech industry or industries like finance, healthcare, etc.


As a software developer, you are responsible for interpreting customer requirements, working with a team to research, and designing and writing software. Being a software developer also involves working with others to understand and resolve issues, known as bugs, in existing software.


Learn the fundamentals by joining our 12-month Software Development course.

The Demand for Software Developers


Software developers are in demand because of their specialised yet adaptable coding skills. Their job includes writing code, preparing requirements and objectives, and ensuring those objectives are delivered on time. Jumpstart your future career with CodeSpace's comprehensive course.


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