Hey everyone! I'm 18 and have recently realized I've been quite lost in my journey. I started learning web development in college in 2024, but honestly, the program hasn't given me the skills I need to really excel. I'm feeling really burned out trying to juggle college, a part-time job at a supermarket, and self-study for programming. I've been trying to learn JavaScript almost from scratch now, and while I know HTML and CSS pretty well, I feel like relying on AI tools has made me a bit lazy. I'm now focusing on using online resources and open courses to improve my skills. My goal is to become a Fullstack developer—learning JavaScript, various frameworks like React and Vue, and backend languages like Node.js and Python. Currently, I'm going through some courses on Codédex, but I'm looking for advice on useful materials and how much I should be studying each day. Any suggestions would be appreciated! Thanks!
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A great tip I can give is to choose one learning resource and stick with it. If you hop around too much, you might end up stuck in what's called 'tutorial hell.' For web development, I found The Odin Project to be incredibly helpful. It’s free and covers full stack web development, designed specifically for beginners. Since you already know HTML and CSS, you could skip those sections and jump straight into JavaScript. The projects included are really useful; you start with something simple like Rock Paper Scissors and eventually build a full stack social network. It’s challenging but totally worth it if you’re serious about learning!
I agree! Also, aim to practice for at least an hour a day. Consistency is more important than cramming.
Yeah, I second that! The Odin Project is great for practical experience, which is key in programming.