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MERN Stack Plan

This document outlines a structured 3-month plan to learn the MERN stack, dedicating 15-20 hours per week to study. It includes monthly goals, resources, and tasks focused on web development fundamentals, MERN stack basics, and building full-stack projects. By the end of the plan, learners should have a solid understanding of the MERN stack and a portfolio of projects.

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MERN Stack Plan

This document outlines a structured 3-month plan to learn the MERN stack, dedicating 15-20 hours per week to study. It includes monthly goals, resources, and tasks focused on web development fundamentals, MERN stack basics, and building full-stack projects. By the end of the plan, learners should have a solid understanding of the MERN stack and a portfolio of projects.

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Here’s a structured 3-month plan to learn the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.

js, React, and


Node.js). This plan assumes about 15–20 hours of study per week and is focused on free
resources.

Month 1: Fundamentals of Web Development


Goals:

●​ Learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.


●​ Understand the principles of web development.
●​ Familiarize yourself with Git and GitHub.

Resources:

1.​ HTML & CSS:​

○​ freeCodeCamp: Responsive Web Design Certification


○​ HTML and CSS Crash Course (YouTube)
2.​ JavaScript Basics:​

○​ Eloquent JavaScript (free book)


○​ freeCodeCamp: JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures
3.​ Git and GitHub:​

○​ Git Handbook by GitHub


○​ Git and GitHub Crash Course (YouTube)

Tasks:

●​ Build 2-3 simple web pages using HTML and CSS.


●​ Write JavaScript scripts for tasks like form validation or a basic calculator.
●​ Learn basic Git commands and push your projects to GitHub.

Month 2: The MERN Stack Basics


Goals:

●​ Learn the basics of MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js.


●​ Build simple applications with each technology.

Resources:

1.​ MongoDB:​

○​ MongoDB University: MongoDB Basics


○​ The Net Ninja MongoDB Tutorials (YouTube)
2.​ Node.js and Express.js:​

○​ Node.js Official Docs


○​ freeCodeCamp: APIs and Microservices Certification
○​ The Net Ninja Node.js & Express Tutorials
3.​ React:​

○​ React Docs: Getting Started


○​ The Net Ninja React Tutorials

Tasks:

●​ Create a simple REST API using Node.js and Express.js.


●​ Build a React app (e.g., a to-do list or weather app).
●​ Use MongoDB to store and retrieve data for your Node.js app.

Month 3: Build Full-Stack Projects


Goals:

●​ Integrate all components of the MERN stack.


●​ Build and deploy full-stack applications.
●​ Polish your portfolio.

Resources:

1.​ Full-Stack Development:​

○​ MERN Stack Crash Course (YouTube)


○​ freeCodeCamp: Full-Stack Project Tutorials
2.​ Deployment:​

○​ Heroku Deployment Guide


○​ Vercel for Frontend Deployment
3.​ Authentication:​

○​ Node.js Passport Authentication Tutorial


○​ The Net Ninja Authentication Tutorials

Tasks:

1.​ Build two full-stack applications:​

○​ Project 1: A blog platform where users can create, edit, and delete posts.
○​ Project 2: An e-commerce site with user authentication, product listings, and a
shopping cart.
2.​ Deploy your projects:​

○​ Use Heroku or Render for the backend.


○​ Use Vercel or Netlify for the frontend.
3.​ Optimize and document:​

○​ Write clear README files for each project.


○​ Ensure the UI is clean and responsive.

Additional Tips:

●​ Practice: Use platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank for JavaScript problem-solving.


●​ Communities: Join MERN-related communities on Reddit, Discord, or Slack.
●​ Consistency: Dedicate time daily to coding and learning.

By the end of 3 months, you should have a solid understanding of the MERN stack and a
portfolio showcasing your skills.

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