Introduction

Oracle’s Redwood Design System redefines modern application development, focusing on accessibility, aesthetics, and seamless user experiences. Visual Builder Studio (VBS) complements this design system with its robust low-code capabilities, enabling developers and non-technical users alike to build enterprise-grade applications efficiently.

This course, Redwood Application Development Essentials, introduces you to the foundational aspects of building Redwood Applications using VBS. Through a blend of theoretical concepts and practical exercises, you will learn how to craft visually compelling, data-integrated, and highly functional applications. Whether you’re starting your journey in Redwood development or enhancing your skills, this course equips you to meet the demands of modern enterprise application development.

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with basic web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Basic understanding of Oracle Cloud Services is recommended but not mandatory

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Redwood Applications
   1.1 What Are Redwood Applications?
   1.2 Overview of the Redwood Design System
   1.3 Features and Benefits of Oracle Visual Builder Studio
2. Setting Up the Development Environment
   2.1 Accessing Visual Builder Studio
   2.2 Workspace and Project Configuration
   2.3 Installing and Managing Prebuilt Templates
3. Exploring Redwood Design Principles
   3.1 Key Principles: Consistency, Accessibility, Simplicity
   3.2 Customizing Redwood Themes
   3.3 Applying Branding Guidelines
4. Building Interfaces with Redwood Components
   4.1 Introduction to Redwood Components
   4.2 Structuring Pages with Layouts and Navigation
   4.3 Adding Dynamic Interactivity
5. Integrating Data and APIs
   5.1 Connecting to REST APIs and Cloud Services
   5.2 Configuring Data Sources and Bindings
   5.3 Handling CRUD Operations
6. Enhancing Application Functionality
   6.1 Using Business Logic and Conditional Flows
   6.2 Event Handling and User Interaction Features
   6.3 Leveraging Advanced Features in VBS
7. Testing and Debugging Essentials
   7.1 Debugging Tools and Techniques in VBS
   7.2 Testing Application Functionality
   7.3 Ensuring Performance and Usability
8. Deploying Redwood Applications
   8.1 Preparing Applications for Deployment
   8.2 Deployment Options in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
   8.3 Managing Versions and Updates
9. Hands-on Lab: Building Your First Redwood Application
   9.1 Designing the User Interface
   9.2 Configuring Data Integration
   9.3 Deploying and Demonstrating the Application
10. Best Practices for Redwood Application Development
    10.1 Ensuring Consistency and Performance
    10.2 Adopting Security Standards
    10.3 Maintaining and Updating Applications
11. Conclusion and Future Directions
    11.1 Summary of Key Learnings
    11.2 Exploring Advanced Features of VBS
    11.3 Resources for Further Learning

Conclusion

By completing this course, you will have a thorough understanding of how to develop Redwood Applications using Visual Builder Studio. You will gain hands-on experience in creating user interfaces, integrating data, and deploying scalable applications that adhere to Oracle’s modern design standards.

This training provides a solid foundation to address real-world business challenges with Redwood Applications. As you continue your journey, explore advanced capabilities of VBS and Redwood’s evolving design features to remain at the forefront of enterprise application development.