Gain a 30-thousand-foot view of web development, from foundational technologies to advanced topics, and embark on a successful career in this field Key Features Gain insights into the role, responsibilities, and essential qualities that define a good web developer Uncover the steps to establish a solid technical foundation for finding employment in the field of web development Explore tools and techniques you’ll work with and understand how they all fit together Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionThe world of web development can seem daunting when you’re a beginner and don’t know where to start. If you’re passionate about web development and want to learn the art of creating captivating websites, then this book is all you need. The Web Development Career Master Plan will take you on an interesting learning journey, starting from the foundations and progressing through advanced concepts and career development strategies. You'll learn the core pillars of web development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and as you go deeper, you'll explore the landscape of frameworks, libraries, and toolkits. This book also provides valuable insights into containerization, version control, Linux, and IDEs. Not just that, you’ll find some super useful nuggets of advice such as interview tactics and career growth strategies to secure your first job in web development. The journey doesn’t end there. As you navigate the twists and turns of web development, you will also get the gist of what it means to be a web developer, the day-to-day aspects of the job, and the technologies you'll be working with. By the end of this web development book, you'll be well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to kickstart your journey and succeed in this dynamic field.What you will learn Build a solid technical foundation in web development Gain insights into the web developer's role, daily responsibilities and environment Explore the qualifications and attributes that make a candidate employable and adaptable in a dynamic job market Analyze the modern web development landscape to predict emerging trends Discover effective strategies for securing your first job opportunity Cultivate the essential skills needed for career advancement Who this book is forIf you're an aspiring web developer with a passion for problem-solving and innovation, then this book is for you. Whether you're a dedicated learner, a tech enthusiast, or someone interested in building a career in this field, this book offers all the web development essentials you need for a great start. Individuals without any prior technical or software development knowledge can also use this book to gain a high-level overview and a foundational introduction to the world of web development. It's the perfect starting point for those looking to step into this exciting and evolving realm.
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Table of ContentsSo, you want to be a Web developer, eh?Bridging the Divide: Client (Front-end) versus Server (Back-end) DevelopmentExpanding the Foundations: Building a User Registration Page, Front to Back!Managing, Securing, and Working with CodeUnderstanding the User Experience, Deployment Options, and DevOpsExploring Modern Front-End DevelopmentFrom Front to Back: More on Back-End Tools and TechnologiesWriting Less Code: CMS's, No Code Solutions, and Generative AILanding Your First JobDiscovering the Keys to Quality Work as a Web DeveloperSoft skills make you hard to denyContinued growth
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781803247083
Publisert
2024-06-07
Utgiver
Vendor
Packt Publishing Limited
Høyde
235 mm
Bredde
191 mm
Aldersnivå
01, G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet

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Biographical note

Frank W. Zammetti has been a professional developer/architect/manager for 25+ years, with 15+ years of coding experience before that. He is the author of 13 books on topics related to software development including Web, mobile and game development, has presented at multiple conferences and user groups, and has been interviewed by various media outlets as an SME. Frank is an FOSS contributor, including starting several projects, and has been the mentor for many new software developers, some of whom were fresh out of school. Frank has had a life-long passion for software development - it's something he truly enjoys, as well as helping others find that same passion in themselves.