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Omorugie Oyibotha
Omorugie Oyibotha

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Why I Want to Be a Front-End Developer and How HNG Will Help Me Achieve My Goals

Having a keen interest in technology has always been complemented by my other interest--the creation of aesthetically pleasing interactive websites. A mixture of all these creative and logical elements forms the basis of front-end web development, enabling me to design user experiences that not only impress but change the very fabric of living. Nothing is more fulfilling than transforming static design into reality via coding, and my desire is to cultivate more knowledge and acquire the skills required to grow into a competent developer.
A foot on designs and another on functionality-I find the balance between these two worlds in front-end development. Writing HTML, CSS and JavaScript are my means to turn ideas into reality where sites will be functional and also look good. I want to master frameworks such as React.js and Next.js so I could achieve building applications in a scalable and high-performance way.

How HNG Will Help Me Grow in the Field
HNG is renowned for its hands-on, fast-paced learning environment, which seems to be the best pace to upscale my front end development journey. The structured mentorship, real-time projects, and collaborative learning will help me get tangible experience and build a worthy portfolio.
One thing that excites me about HNG is the opportunity to work on projects emulating real-life client demands. That will empower me in solving problems and consequently strengthening my coding ability to write clean and maintainable code. Networking with like-minded developers and industry professionals will further avail opportunities for jobs and collaborative efforts.
My Goals for the Internship and How I Plan to Achieve Them

My objectives during the HNG internship will be:

  1. Working towards becoming better with front-end technologies: I will focus on making myself a better person by digging deeper into knowledge about JavaScript, React.js, and Next.js.

  2. Building applications in the real world: Working on real-life projects will give me a chance to apply my skills in practice.

  3. Assess and develop my problem-solving skills: In trying to debug and troubleshoot code, I will develop strong analytical ability.

  4. Learn from the best in the industry: I will utilize mentorships and peer reviews fully to fine-tune my programming skills.

  5. Build my professional network: Networking with my fellow interns and mentors will help me grow in the tech industry.
    With a firm footing in front-end development, I want to stand out in this profession. Hiring React.js developers to put life into ideas is an eventuality for companies developing interactive and scalable applications. Next.js developers are also contracted by firms that would like to hire development teams for the creation of fast, SEO-friendly server-side rendered applications.

Conclusion

It is indeed a pretty daunting, yet highly fruitful, prospect to join the front-end developers' league. HNG provides an immersive experience to compel my growth and sharpening of skills. By the time I am done with this internship, I would become a confident and competent front-end developer suitable for drumming up exciting opportunities in the tech business. This journey excites me, and I expect to give my very best in this fascinating learning experience.

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