Plan for systematic programming learning — key to success. Not losing the way and having clear goal at each stage — important. Let's create a step-by-step 12-month plan.
Month 1-2: Fundamentals
HTML, CSS basics. Flexbox and Grid. Create simple page. JavaScript: variables, functions, loops, arrays. Project: personal page, to-do list. 2 hours daily.
Month 3-4: JavaScript Deep Dive
DOM manipulation, event handling, async/await, fetch API. Project: weather app, calculator. Git basics — commit, push, branch. Create GitHub profile.
Month 5-6: React
React components, useState, useEffect, props. Project: blog, e-commerce page. Working with API. State management basics (Zustand or Redux).
Month 7-8: Backend Basics
Node.js, Express, REST API. Database — SQL or MongoDB basics. Project: create API, full-stack app. Authentication (JWT).
Month 9-10: Professional Skills
TypeScript, testing (Vitest, Jest), Next.js. SEO basics. Project: production-ready app. Improve portfolio site. Deploy to Vercel or Netlify.
Month 11-12: Job Readiness
Resume, portfolio completion. Interview questions, algorithm practice (LeetCode easy). Job search, applications. LinkedIn, GitHub profile. 20+ company applications.
Conclusion
Clear goal each month. 2-3 hours daily. Projects — important. After 12 months ready for job as Junior developer. Consistency — key.
