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SKate Byrne
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5 Unique Free Resources to Get A Career in Tech in 2025

I've been an avid self-learning techie over the past 10 years, here's 5 of my favorite "free" resources:

1. MDN

  • Mozilla Developer Network
  • the same Mozilla that brought you the time-tested fan favorite browser Firefox
  • can be used for reference once you get a job

fast five faves

MDN CURRICULUM
Web Developer Guide
Learn: Responsive Design
Reference: SVGs
Web APIs


2. ROADMAP.SH

  • Make a dev profile
  • Includes roadmaps that map out what you need to know for a career in technology
  • Save roadmaps and record progress
  • Project ideas for all levels of expertise
  • Best Practices for different positions

fast five faves

a self-taught computer science curriculum
how to create a design system
step-by-step ai scientist career roadmap
generate your own roadmap with ai
become a fullstack developer in 2025


3. Hackr.io

  • my go-to method that's easy to remember
  • has all the up-to-date top courses with reviews
  • insanely useful blog
  • has their own roadmaps

fast five faves

☆ their certifications section
Tutorials
Projects
Jobs


4. The Odin Project

  • the captivating viking storyline
  • the clear and minimal paths
  • high quality graphics
  • has a fun feel

fast five faves

the tools installation page
The Ruby on Rails learning path
Their Getting Hired Course
Their Maintainers Run a Discord Commmunity


5. Javascript for Cats

  • adorable
  • esthetically pleasing
  • easy to take in
  • a joy to learn

fast five faves

☆ YOU GOTTA BE KITTEN ME, ITS CATS!

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