Web Development! Why and How I am doing it!?

Hello Folks!

Most people who have embarked on a coding journey were introduced to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript at some point. In my opinion, web development is an excellent starting point for anyone new to coding. You get to create something tangible, something you can see and interact with, which naturally sparks interest in learning (thanks to human psychology!).

Web development is fascinating because so much of the internet relies on websites and web applications, with JavaScript being the cornerstone of it. It's a language that powers the entire internet, making it one of the best to learn. Plus, it's relatively easier to pick up compared to other areas of computer science or development.

The developer community is vast, and you can learn web development for free with high-quality content readily available online. Many amazing people are out there willing to help with just about anything!

How Am I Learning Web Development?

I primarily learn by building projects. I've tried reading documentation and watching video series, and I discovered that combining these methods works best. By working on projects, you have to think creatively and solve real problems. This approach leads you to search for solutions online, read documentation, and watch various tutorials to resolve issues, making it an effective way to learn (at least for me!).

What Resources Am I Using?

I've explored extensively and found some of the best resources:

• Documentation: The Odin Project

• Book: Eloquent JavaScript

• Hands-on Experience with Videos: Scrimba

• YouTube (in Hindi): Hitesh Choudhary

The best part is that all these resources are free. Scrimba may appear to be paid, but you can access it for free through the GitHub Student Pack (I'll explain more about this in another blog).

In my upcoming blogs, I'll share how I approach my projects and discuss the projects I encounter while going through the courses mentioned above.

Thanks for reading!