The Odin Project's Foundations Path is the recommended starting point for the entire free curriculum. It covers HTML, CSS, JavaScript basics, Git, and the command line through hands-on projects. You set up a real development environment and build projects from scratch. After finishing, you're ready for The Odin Project's full-stack paths (JavaScript or Ruby on Rails). The main limitation: Foundations is demanding for beginners. If you've never coded, expect to spend weeks on individual projects. This is not a hand-holding curriculum.
Over 50,000 learners have completed The Odin Project's Foundations and gone on to land developer jobs, with the project boasting an active 50,000+ Discord community (source: The Odin Project community stats).
About This Course
The Odin Project's Foundations path takes you from zero to a working understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Project-based learning with real code you build and can show to employers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Odin Project free?
Yes, completely free and open source.
Is Foundations beginner-friendly?
For motivated beginners, yes. For someone expecting hand-holding, no. It's project-focused and expects you to figure things out.
How long does Foundations take?
3-6 months part-time, or 1-2 months full-time. Varies widely.
Should I do Foundations or freeCodeCamp?
freeCodeCamp is gentler and more linear. Foundations is harder but more practical. Both lead to the same skills.
After Foundations, which path?
Full Stack JavaScript (Node.js) or Full Stack Ruby on Rails. Choose based on which language interests you.
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