Front-end

Front-end development is the process of creating the visual and interactive aspects of the parts of a website that users see and interact with directly. It includes everything from the layout and design of the website to its buttons, forms and navigation menus. With front-end development, coding, creativity and user experience (UX) design are combined to make websites not only functional but also visually appealing.

If you've ever clicked on a website or even browsed an online store, you've experienced the work of a front-end developer!

 

Core Components of Front-End

We can consider front-end development in 3 basic technologies:

1. HTML (HyperText Markup Language)

2. CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)

3. JavaScript

These three core technologies enable you to click a button or navigate a web page, but front-end development is the detail that powers these actions.

 

Frameworks and Libraries

To make coding easier, front-end developers also make use of some frameworks and libraries. Tools like React, Angular and Vue.js make development more efficient as they maintain a consistent design across web applications.

 

What Can You Expect in Front-End Developer Job Openings?

There are some basic skills for a front-end developer that companies look for in a front end development job opening. Let's quickly examine the basic ones together:

  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS and JavaScript
  • Information about version control tools like Git
  • Familiarity with React or Angular style frameworks
  • Understand responsive and mobile-first design principles

 

How to Start Front-End Development?

  1. Learn the basics. So, start by mastering HTML, CSS and JavaScipt. If you want to become a front-end developer but don't know where to start and which technologies to learn, you can take a look at our roadmap for becoming a front-end developer.
  2. Have a portfolio. Start with small projects and showcase your skills with them. Once you get the hang of it, you can move from simple websites to applications with more complex frameworks.
  3. Start networking! Meet and share with other beginner developers like you. Build a network on platforms like Linkedin. Consider applying for internships or entry-level jobs to gain hands-on experience.
 
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