Hey everyone! I'm diving into the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) to become a full-stack web developer, and I'm also focusing on landing remote jobs, especially with startups and international companies. I'm learning data structures and algorithms (DSA) alongside using JavaScript since it's my primary language for MERN. However, I've noticed that many DSA resources are geared towards C++ or Java, leaving me wondering about a few things: 1. Is it okay to continue using JavaScript for DSA, or should I switch to C++ or Java later on? 2. What are some of the best resources or courses available for learning DSA in JavaScript? 3. Which platforms are the most effective for solving DSA problems in JS? 4. If anyone has successfully landed remote dev jobs with a focus on MERN and DSA, I'd love to hear your stories or any tips you might have! Any advice, roadmap, or insight would be really appreciated. Thanks a lot in advance!
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I highly recommend checking out Harvard's CS50x course to build up your computer science and DSA knowledge. I took it after finishing a web development bootcamp, and the first 5 weeks in C was a real challenge but incredibly valuable for understanding DSA concepts. Plus, it's available online for free! Just a heads up though, while I like JavaScript, I think learning DSA in a lower-level language like C can really help clarify the core concepts.
Totally agree! You can also check out platforms like CodeIntuition and GeeksforGeeks (gfg) for theory and solidify your understanding of the concepts.