Learning Path
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Become a Web Developer

Web development is the most accessible career path in tech. HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are learnable for free โ€” and the job market is enormous. This path takes you from your first webpage to a full-stack portfolio you can show employers.

Your Step-by-Step Path

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Step 1: Learn HTML & CSS

Build the visual layer of every website. Learn to structure content and style it for any screen size.

beginner
freeCodeCamp
Certificate

Responsive Web Design

300h ยท Free

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Step 2: Learn JavaScript

Add interactivity and logic to your pages. JavaScript is the language of the web โ€” you can't skip it.

beginner
freeCodeCamp
Certificate

JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures

300h ยท Free

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Step 3: Build Real Projects

Apply everything in a structured curriculum built around real projects employers can see.

beginner
The Odin Project

Foundations Path

80h ยท Free

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Step 4: Learn React

Master the dominant frontend framework. Most web developer jobs require React.

intermediate
Scrimba

Learn React for Free

40h ยท Free

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Step 5: Learn Node.js & Backend

Build APIs and servers. Becoming full-stack doubles your job opportunities.

intermediate
The Odin Project

NodeJS Path (The Odin Project)

120h ยท Free

More Courses to Explore

freeCodeCamp's foundational web design curriculum. Learn HTML, CSS, flexbox, grid, and responsive design by building 20 projects. Free certificate included.

300h
4.7
Details

Khan Academy's introduction to web development. Learn HTML tags, CSS styling, web page structure, and how browsers render content. Ideal for absolute beginners.

8h
4.5
Details

The Odin Project's HTML & CSS foundation covers everything from basic tags to flexbox layouts. Includes real projects, a curated reading list, and community support.

40h
4.8
Details

Google's guide to modern web development best practices. Covers performance, accessibility, progressive web apps, and responsive design patterns. Free reference and codelabs.

20h
4.6
Details

Google's guide to building smooth CSS animations, transitions, and transforms. Covers keyframes, easing functions, will-change, and performance best practices.

5h
4.5
Details

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