Learn Adobe Brackets Free open source code editor (Udemy.com)
Brackets is an open source text editor this course will show you what you can do with it
Created by: Laurence Svekis
Last updated November 2019
What you will learn
- use Brackets code editor
- add extensions, edit code more efficiently
- display live preview of code while working on it
- learn about features available in Brackets
How it compares
Against the other 518 rated Udemy courses in Software Development on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.3 out of 5higher than 17% of them
- Reviews155#380 of 519 by number of reviews
- Length1.3 hoursshorter than 94% of them
- Last updatedNovember 2019earlier than 90% of them
Course Description
Learn more about using Brackets as your code editor.
A modern, open source text editor that understands web design. Learn how to use Brackets and see all the functionality in action. Learn about top extensions and addons. Review of best setup techniques.
Learn how to use Brackets and how you can easily switch to using Brackets as your code editor.
I've been a web developer since 2000 and have used a number of code editors. I was originally using Dreamweaver in a number of my courses. I found that there were many students who wanted to have the same editor and setup that I have as they follow along with course content. I switched to several open source editors until I found Brackets. I've been using Brackets on a regular basis and found that I don't open Dreamweaver as much anymore. The best part of Brackets its free, so anyone who wants to use the same editor as I do in my courses can do so without barrier.
I decided to create this course to illustrate how to get brackets, how to set it up and some of the advanced features available in Brackets. In addition I wanted to list out top extensions to really power up your Brackets application.
I also cover my XAMPP server setup which allows me to use localhost as my webserver. XAMPP is really straight forward on getting going so most of the course is focused on using Brackets.
Instructor Details
- 4.3 Rating
155 Reviews
Laurence Svekis
Hi, I’m Laurence Svekis, and I’m here to help you learn smarter, build real skills, and confidently use AI and modern tools to create amazing things.
I’m a Google Developer Expert (GDE), international speaker, author, and educator specializing in AI-powered learning, Google Workspace automation, and practical development with Google Apps Script and JavaScript. I’ve been teaching online since 2002 and have helped over two million students worldwide develop real-world skills through hands-on courses, books, and workshops.
My passion is learning with AI—using AI not as a shortcut, but as a powerful learning partner. I focus on helping learners understand how things work, how to apply AI responsibly, and how to build tools that solve real problems. Many of my courses explore how AI can act as a tutor, assistant, or productivity booster inside everyday tools like Google Docs, Sheets, and Workspace.
I’m especially known for:
Google Apps Script & Google Workspace automation
Building AI-powered assistants and learning tools
JavaScript for real-world applications
Using AI to improve learning, productivity, and workflows
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Reviews
By Stanley J Nadar on 6/18/2018
It was very helpful from a beginner perspective but I think the course content needs to be updated with new version and adaptations. At some point, I was unable to install extensions it kept saying invalid. I think it would benefit if a walk through is added on how to install extensions via URL or file.
By David Burchett on 7/15/2017
A bit dated, I discovered PSD extract support was removed by Adobe a couple years ago but the course was on offer at no cost so I'm not complaining. Actually forces me to go find out the missing stuff myself so that's a good part of self directed learning. Nevertheless, it would be good for the tutors profile to keep it fresh with regular updates.
By Mahadi Xion on 4/9/2017
This course is really good for learning the basics of using Adobe Brackets application, but not helpful if you wish to know in-depth. However, this course can you to get you started with an amazing code editor.
By Amir Fawzi on 4/1/2017
it's really useful course about brackets i used brackets for a long time ago actually is my first code editor and i find some new stuff in this course .... about extensions there's a bunch of very useful extensions you didn't mention it within lectures like emmet , color palette, auto prefix, indent liner...etc. -- overall is a useful good course.
By Megan Charles on 12/25/2016
The general overview of Brackets + the info regarding Xampp (creating a localhost on your machine) + integrating Adobe PS (though I'm currently not using that feature) was extremely helpful. I'd been using Notepad++, but after getting a new computer thought I'd try something different and upgrade to something else. I'm very pleased thus far with Brackets. The videos were easy to follow.
By Randal Watkins on 10/20/2016
The content was good but delivered too fast. I had to search on net how to accept a quick edit once I had created a new rule. I wanted to know what extensions the instructor had installed but they were never gone over. Finally searched and found John Papa's blog and got a list of his extensions. Never knew how to activate extensions via the instructor. For example, I changed themes but didn't know or hear I had to go to the view menu and then click you wanted something other than the default. All of these concerns would be non existent if the instructor had slowed down and had more emphasis on the various changes available.
By maik f on 10/13/2016
With it's live features (such as 'linting' _ W3C validation _ Live Preview etc) the Brackets application represents a quantum leap in code editing _ I highly recommend Laurence Svekis excellent course which walks you through how to make the transition from your old editor to Brackets _ He covers every aspect of the application as well as pointing towards the resources and manuals that will help you explore further _ If you're thinking of changing to Brackets (and you really should!) then this course is a great way to learn about the application _
By Clive Thomas on 7/28/2016
This very short "course" could have been a lot better. 1> Using PSDs. It would have been nice to see the conversion of a complete page instead of just bits of one, to get the workflow down. Instead it felt like this was the tutor's first time using the feature - not very inspiring. 2> Using Xampp. Can vhosts be used with this feature? 3> Plugins and Themes - What are the "top 10" recommended ones or must haves? Need I go on...
By MLR Rooney on 3/16/2016
Very informative of an excellent & useful app. Brackets is my favorite website editor. Previously, I did not know about Brackets interacting with Photoshop & Adobe Creative Cloud.
By Moheb Rofail Hakim Bakhit on 3/12/2016
Thanks a lot, your course was really useful for me, I hope I find a free course of you teaching converting psd file to HTML and CSS, Thanks again :)
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