1. Fundamentals
- HTML: Learn semantic HTML, forms, tables, and basic accessibility.
- CSS: Understand layouts (Flexbox, Grid), responsive design, animations, and transitions.
- JavaScript: Learn ES6+ syntax, DOM manipulation, events, and debugging.
2. Version Control and Collaboration
- Learn Git basics:
git init,commit,push,pull,branch, andmerge. - Explore GitHub: Pull requests, issues, and GitHub Actions.
- Collaborate on open-source projects.
3. Web Design and UI/UX
- Principles of design: Color theory, typography, and spacing.
- Tools: Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
- Prototyping and wireframing basics.
4. Advanced CSS
- CSS Preprocessors: SASS/SCSS.
- Utility-first CSS: TailwindCSS.
- PostCSS and CSS-in-JS (e.g., Emotion, Styled Components).
5. Frontend Development
- Frameworks/Libraries: React.js, Vue.js, or Angular.
- State Management: Redux, Zustand, or MobX.
- Routing: React Router or Vue Router.
- Styling: Material UI, Chakra UI, or Shadcn/UI.
6. Backend Development
- Languages: Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript), Python (Django/Flask).
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Databases:
- Relational: PostgreSQL, MySQL.
- NoSQL: MongoDB, Firebase.
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APIs:
- REST: HTTP methods, status codes.
- GraphQL: Queries, mutations, and resolvers.
- Authentication: OAuth, JWT, and session-based auth.
7. Full-Stack Development
- MERN Stack: MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js.
- Other stacks: Next.js (React + SSR), tRPC, and Prisma.
- Deployment: Vercel, Netlify, or AWS.
8. Performance Optimization
- Lazy loading, code splitting.
- Image optimization: WebP, AVIF.
- Minification and compression.
- Lighthouse and Core Web Vitals.
9. Testing
- Unit Testing: Jest, Mocha.
- Integration Testing: Cypress, Playwright.
- End-to-End Testing: Selenium, Puppeteer.
10. DevOps and Deployment
- CI/CD pipelines: GitHub Actions, Jenkins.
- Docker basics: Containers, images, and volumes.
- Server management: Nginx, PM2.
11. Web3 (Optional)
- Basics of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
- Smart contracts with Solidity.
- Web3.js or ethers.js for interacting with blockchain.
12. AI and Machine Learning (Optional)
- Integrate AI tools like ChatGPT or Bard into web applications.
- Use pre-trained models for predictions.
- TensorFlow.js or similar libraries for in-browser ML.
13. Soft Skills
- Problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Effective communication for client and team collaboration.
- Time management and agile methodologies.
Suggested Timeline
- Month 1-3: Focus on fundamentals and Git.
- Month 4-6: Master frontend frameworks and advanced CSS.
- Month 7-9: Learn backend development and build APIs.
- Month 10-12: Deploy full-stack applications and optimize performance.
- Year 2+: Explore Web3, AI/ML, and improve DevOps skills.
Key Resources
- HTML/CSS: freeCodeCamp, MDN Web Docs.
- JavaScript: Eloquent JavaScript, JavaScript.info.
- React: React Docs, Fullstack Open.
- Node.js: The Odin Project, Node.js Docs.
- UI/UX: Figma Academy, DesignCode.
- General: Frontend Mentor, LeetCode for problem-solving.
Stay consistent, build projects, and contribute to open source to enhance your skills!
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