Technical Requirements for Online Learning

Before starting your journey with us, let's make sure your setup works smoothly. We've designed our platform to be accessible on most modern devices, but a few basics help ensure you get the best experience possible.

What You'll Need to Get Started

Our learning platform works across different devices and browsers. You don't need the latest hardware—most computers from the past five years handle everything just fine.

That said, a stable internet connection makes a real difference. Video lectures and interactive coding environments need consistent bandwidth. We've seen students succeed on connections as low as 5 Mbps, but 10 Mbps or higher really smooths things out.

The platform runs best on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. If you're using something else, it might work, but we can't promise everything will display correctly. Browser updates matter too—keep yours current and you'll avoid most compatibility headaches.

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Browser and Device Compatibility

Platform Minimum Version Video Support Interactive Labs Mobile Experience
Chrome (Desktop) Version 90+ Full Support Full Support Desktop Only
Firefox (Desktop) Version 88+ Full Support Full Support Desktop Only
Safari (macOS) Version 14+ Full Support Full Support Desktop Only
Edge (Desktop) Version 90+ Full Support Full Support Desktop Only
iOS (Safari) iOS 14+ Yes Limited Optimized
Android (Chrome) Android 9+ Yes Limited Optimized

Why These Requirements Matter

Smooth Video Playback

Our lectures include HD video with code demonstrations. Modern browsers handle the compression formats we use, which means less buffering and clearer visuals when you're following along.

Interactive Coding Labs

The hands-on exercises run in your browser using WebAssembly and JavaScript. Older browsers might struggle with the performance, but recent versions handle everything without lag.

Reliable Screen Sharing

Live sessions sometimes include screen sharing for troubleshooting. WebRTC technology needs updated browsers to work properly—this is especially important if you plan to participate in real-time discussions.

Secure Authentication

We use modern security protocols to protect your account and progress data. Current browser versions support these standards by default, which keeps your information safe without extra plugins.

Responsive Interface

The platform adapts to different screen sizes using CSS Grid and Flexbox. These layout methods work best in browsers from the last few years—older versions might show things out of place.

Faster Page Loading

Modern browsers cache resources more efficiently and support compression that older ones don't. This means pages load quicker and use less bandwidth, which helps if your internet isn't the fastest.

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Recommended System Specifications

We built the platform to work on mid-range hardware. You don't need a gaming computer, but there's a baseline that makes everything run smoothly.

For Windows or Linux machines, 8GB of RAM handles most situations. Mac users generally do fine with 8GB too, though 16GB gives you more headroom if you're running other applications alongside your studies.

  • Dual-core processor (Intel i5 or AMD equivalent, released after 2015)
  • 8GB RAM minimum, 16GB recommended for development courses
  • At least 10GB of free disk space for course materials and projects
  • 10 Mbps internet connection or faster for video streaming
  • 1280x720 screen resolution minimum, 1920x1080 preferred
  • Working microphone and webcam for live sessions (optional but helpful)
  • Headphones recommended to minimize audio feedback during group calls

Mobile devices work for watching lectures and reading materials, but coding exercises really need a keyboard and larger screen. Most students use tablets for review and desktops or laptops for active learning.

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