Hey everyone! Lately, I've been feeling stuck in what's often called 'idea paralysis.' I keep waiting for that perfect project idea to come along, and because of that, I've wasted a lot of time. I have about a month to really focus and lock something in. I'd love your suggestions for good JavaScript projects to add to my resume! I've been doing web development for around 8 months now, but I'm more interested in building tools that can help others rather than just creating regular websites. Surprisingly, I haven't built anything yet, so any ideas would be greatly appreciated!
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You could start with a simple website layout and just go wild by adding as many interactive buttons as you can. It’s a fun way to experiment!
Try building something you'd actually use, like a flashcards app or a tool that connects to a Steam API to showcase free games. Create something from a user's perspective!
That sounds cool! You could look into platforms like GitHub for tags or use specific APIs that aggregate open issues to find what you're looking for!
Check this out: a front-end for a transit API like BART or MUNI. You can pull arrival times and even work on a simple algorithm to optimize routes. I had fun using HTML canvas to visualize schedules, and it’s great for showing off various web technologies in your portfolio!
Remember, tools can still be considered websites! I suggest picking a larger project and breaking it down into manageable parts. It’ll help you stay motivated!
I had a similar idea! I want to create a page that lists the latest beginner-friendly issues from lesser-known repositories. I can fetch issues if I know the repo name, but where can I find a bulk list of those issues? Any tips?