Tohidul Pappu
In this world, web development is the most popular and high-demand skill right now. And it’s just growing. Most young people want to learn one high-demand skill, and web development is one of them.
Every single day, new businesses are coming, and every business needs a new website. So, we need more developers.
According to Siteefy, over 380 new websites are created every minute. Almost 30 million web developers are in the global market.
So, you also want to become one of the best web developers. But web development has two parts: front end and back end. Those who know both are called full-stack web developers. To start this journey, you need to learn front-end web development.
I know you are here to learn how you can become a front-end developer. Below, I shared the easiest and best way to become a front-end web developer. If you spend 5-6 hours daily, you can be a standard-level front-end developer in just 6 months. Let’s start.
HTML means Hypertext Markup Language. To start your journey in web development, you need to learn HTML first. You need to learn HTML for the website structure or layout. HTML is a fundamental skill that you have to learn.
CSS is also a fundamental skill, like HTML. CSS means Cascading Style Sheets. CSS is used for the design of your HTML structures. To make the site beautiful, we use CSS. CSS describes how HTML elements are to be displayed in a browser.
Now you know HTML and CSS. Now you also need to know about responsiveness. Because the website will be shown on different devices like PCs, tablets, mobiles, laptops, etc. So, according to the devices and versions, you need to design the website. To make the website responsive, you can use CSS Grid, CSS Flexbox, or even the older model of media queries from CSS. But remember, your website has to be responsive and mobile-friendly.
A domain is a website name that people normally use to go to your website, like tiwebview.com. You need to understand the domain because you will need to register, manage, and use the domain in the future.
Hosting is like a server where you will upload your website files, and through hosting, your website will be live all over the world. Hosting is a really important part of your journey because there is a lot of work you will need to do with the hosting.
Version control will be a regular part of your front-end development work. It will help track your changes and work with contributors or your team. You can go back to a previous version of your code using version control. For professional work, you have to know version control because, in the professional field, you will not work individually. Even for individual work, version control is important for organizing your code. I recommend you learn Git and GitHub for the best version control knowledge.
Now it’s time to work on a project. Search on Google for a portfolio website using HTML and CSS and choose a one-page portfolio site template. According to the template design, create a standard portfolio website project using just HTML and CSS.
Now, you need to learn a CSS framework like Bootstrap or Tailwind. I recommend both. By using a CSS framework, you can make the site very quickly. You don’t need to create a lot of code, so your time will be saved. Also, by using a CSS framework, you can make the site very easily. It’s very important to create a site in a fast and easy way. Smart people always try to use CSS frameworks.
When you develop a website, you will receive a project design tool for the live website. For that, you need to learn the basic usage of design tools like Figma. Because according to the Figma design, you need to use the same font, font size, color, images, style, etc. So, it’s important to learn. You don’t need to be a high-level expert in that.
Using a CSS framework, create the same portfolio website that you made using HTML and CSS. Now make it using Bootstrap and then Tailwind. After that, create a simple business website using Bootstrap and also using Tailwind.
JavaScript is a lightweight, open, and cross-platform programming language used by developers worldwide to build amazing websites. It can be used to build client-side and server-side applications as well. For beginners, JavaScript should be the first programming language to learn.
Learn the six important concepts of JavaScript first and also understand how JavaScript works. If you know that, JavaScript will be easier for you. Using basic JavaScript, make some small projects like a calculator or a cart. Then, learn advanced JavaScript with ES6, including DOM, API, JSON, etc., and create the same projects as well.
I highly recommend spending more and more time on JavaScript, and with what you learn, try to make simple projects like a timer, weather app, to-do list, quiz, etc.
This is another important skill you need to learn. When you code, you will encounter a lot of issues. To find problems and solutions quickly and easily, you need to learn debugging. You also need to have a good knowledge of browsers—how they work, as well as browser tabs, networking, consoles, fetch, applications, sources, performance, memory, and a lot of other things in the browser. You should learn everything. It’s easier if you use this knowledge in your regular work.
Create at least five interactive and dynamic larger projects using JavaScript, and make sure every single element and section is dynamic, using JavaScript for that. Try to use JavaScript code as much as you can. These five projects will define your skills and motivate you to become a perfect front-end developer.
Now, it’s time to take our skills to the next level. React is a free and open-source front-end JavaScript library for building user interfaces based on components. It is built for single-page applications and also allows you to create reusable UI components. Learn React from basic to advanced properly. React is a highly in-demand skill right now, so using React, you will enjoy making websites. React allows you to create dynamic websites very quickly, and it is easy to code. So, learn React as a JavaScript library. You can learn others like Angular and Vue, but I recommend React.
How many projects have you done with JavaScript? Now, do the same projects using React. This way, you will understand the differences and functionalities of React as well. It will make your journey enjoyable. Remember, every project should be dynamic and interactive. Don’t make any static elements for now.
I know you are thinking that you want to be a front-end developer, but why do you need to learn backend skills? Trust me, you will need some backend knowledge when you work, especially in the job field. You need to know about Node.js, MongoDB, Express.js, and Next.js. You can just learn the basics about those technologies.
I highly recommend that you learn Node.js and MongoDB very well. These will be your regular tools for your projects. Then, learn the core concepts of Express.js and Next.js.
Using your backend skills, work on at least two projects, and then everything will be smooth.
Here you go! Now you are a front-end web developer. Wow, you did a great job!
Now, this is the most important part after learning all the essential skills for front-end development. Make 10 big projects to elevate your skills to a standard level.
You can create projects like:
Restaurant Website with Order System
E-commerce Store
Event Management Platform
Travel Booking Site
Blog Platform
Social Media Dashboard
Online Learning Platform
Fitness Tracker App
Real Estate Listing Site
Job Board Platform
Now you are an expert front-end developer. You definitely want to earn money by using your skills or need to do something to grow in the professional field.
For this, study front-end development interview questions, job strategies, and what companies want from front-end developers. According to their needs, you can create your CV/resume and apply for as many positions as you want. Interviews also provide you with new knowledge that can help you for your next interview. Hopefully, this way, you will get the best job.
I hope this article will help you become a great front-end developer. If you still have any questions, please comment below. I will help you. Thank you, and I wish you all the best on your new journey!
Founder of TIWebView www.tohidul.info
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