Junior Web Developer Roadmap (6 Months)
Month 1: HTML, CSS, and Basic JavaScript
- Learn the structure of web pages with HTML.
- Learn styling with CSS (Flexbox, Grid, etc.).
- Basic JavaScript (variables, loops, functions, DOM manipulation).
- Practice building simple static websites.
Month 2: Advanced JavaScript and DOM Manipulation
- Learn JavaScript concepts: Asynchronous JS (callbacks, promises, async/await).
- Learn DOM manipulation, event handling, and basic animations.
- Create a To-Do List App with local storage.
Month 3: React.js Basics
- Learn React.js: Components, Props, State, JSX syntax.
- Learn basic routing with React Router.
- Practice building dynamic, single-page apps.
- Build a Weather App using React.
Month 4: Backend Development with Node.js & Express
- Set up a backend with Node.js.
- Learn Express.js to create server-side logic and routes.
- Connect your backend with a MongoDB database using Mongoose.
- Build a simple Blog API with CRUD functionality.
Month 5: Full-Stack Development and Version Control
- Integrate React frontend with Node.js backend.
- Learn Git for version control and push code to GitHub.
- Build a full-stack E-commerce website.
- Practice deploying apps with services like Heroku and Netlify.
Month 6: Deployment and Final Portfolio
- Learn how to deploy full-stack apps to cloud platforms (Heroku, Netlify).
- Create a responsive personal portfolio website.
- Add all the projects you've worked on to your portfolio.
- Polish and finalize your GitHub profile.
- Apply for Junior Web Developer jobs or freelance gigs.
Additional Tips:
- Keep practicing, create new projects, and stay updated with the latest technologies.
- Build a strong GitHub profile to showcase your skills.
- Learn to work with APIs and integrate third-party services.