I recently completed the CodeCademy JavaScript course and I'm eager to dive deeper into more advanced topics like Async functions and Classes. However, I'm hesitant to take the intermediate course on CodeCademy because it feels too guided, almost like I'm just following orders instead of actually building something myself. I've considered The Odin Project, but it focuses more on full-stack development, and I'd prefer to concentrate on backend development. Scrimba is another option, but many advanced courses come with a fee, which is a bit of a turn-off. I'd appreciate suggestions for interactive, structured, and free resources specifically geared towards backend JavaScript learning. YouTube could be a route, but I need help finding the right channels since many target front-end and DOM manipulation, which isn't my focus. I'm contemplating taking the free intermediate course on CodeCademy, then moving on to Node, Express, and TypeScript with Scrimba while supplementing my knowledge on databases through documentation or YouTube. Any advice would be greatly appreciated so I can get started on building real projects!
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Have you checked out the Odin Project's backend path specifically for Node.js? They have a ton of resources in a structured way. Another cool option is using the link I found for backend development courses like their Node.js guide along with inbuilt support. If you need a more guided experience, this could be helpful!
It sounds like you're looking for a pull approach where you have ideas and want to build them. Maybe start with a simple project idea to avoid getting overwhelmed. Think about what you want to create and break it down into manageable steps. That way, you can search for resources tailored to those specific needs instead of just following a set course.
You could also try out Boot.dev for a structured type of learning, which focuses on backend with Python and TypeScript. Just a heads-up, though, some elements are behind a paywall, but the free content might be enough to get you started.
I appreciate the tip! I'll check it out, just hoping to stick to free resources right now.