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Web Development100% Free Open Curriculum 10–12 Weeks

Full-Stack Web Developer Career Guide

Become job-ready in React, Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and scalable API architecture.

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptNode.jsPostgreSQL
⚡ 8-Week Actionable Sprint Track

Interactive Sprint Milestones & DevScore

Check off weekly milestones as you build deliverables. Each checked milestone boosts your candidate DevScore (+30 XP) on StudyNest Academy.

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Week 1 Objective

Version Control, Shell Scripting & Semantic Standards

Configure Git with GPG signing, interactive rebase, and squash commit workflow+30 XP
Deliverable: Clean GitHub commit history proof (5h)
Master Linux shell commands, file permissions, systemd service management, and cron jobs+30 XP
Deliverable: deploy_monitor.sh automation script (5h)
Build an accessible, mobile-first responsive landing page with semantic HTML5 and ARIA+30 XP
Deliverable: Accessible HTML5 portfolio (100 Lighthouse score) (6h)
Sprint completions count directly toward your candidate DevScore.
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In-Depth Curriculum & Video Masterclasses

Curated step-by-step guides with zero paid subscriptions. Complete the hands-on project before advancing.

1

Modern JavaScript & TypeScript Essentials

DOM manipulation, asynchronous JavaScript (Promises, async/await), and type systems.

Curated Free Courses & Guides:
University of HelsinkiIndustry Gold Standard

Full Stack Open 2026 (React, Node, GraphQL, TypeScript)

Interactive • ~60h100% Free
The Odin Project Open SourceTop Pick

The Odin Project: Full Stack JavaScript Curriculum

Interactive • ~80h100% Free
Mozilla FoundationEssential Spec

MDN Web Docs: Modern JavaScript & Web APIs

Documentation • ~35h100% Free
Vercel AcademyOfficial Spec

Next.js 15 App Router & Server Actions Official Tutorial

Interactive • ~16h100% Free
Frontend Masters (Open Handbook)Beginner Friendly

Frontend Masters: Complete Intro to Web Development

Course • ~20h100% Free
Ilya KantorComplete Reference

JavaScript.info — The Modern JavaScript Tutorial

Interactive • ~35h100% Free
Microsoft TypeScript Team

TypeScript Handbook & Executable Examples

Documentation • ~15h100% Free
Build to Master: Type-Safe State-Driven Kanban Board

A drag-and-drop task board with TypeScript, custom event handlers, and localStorage persistence.

GitHub Portfolio Deliverables:
Zero TypeScript `any` errors
Drag and drop reordering
Clean mobile responsive CSS
2

React & Next.js Ecosystem

Hooks, Server Components, App Router, Tailwind CSS, and client-server boundaries.

Curated Free Courses & Guides:
University of HelsinkiTop Pick

Full Stack Open (React & Node.js)

Course • ~60h100% Free
Next.js TeamHands-on

Official Next.js Learn App Router Tutorial

Interactive • ~10h100% Free
Build to Master: Multi-Tenant SaaS Landing & App Dashboard

Full Next.js 15 app with server-side rendered data, optimistic UI mutations, and Tailwind styling.

GitHub Portfolio Deliverables:
Sub-1 second page loads
Clean component separation
Dark/Light mode switch
3

Backend, Databases & Authentication

Relational database design in PostgreSQL, Drizzle/Prisma ORMs, Auth.js, and REST/Edge APIs.

Curated Free Courses & Guides:
The Odin Project CommunityIndustry Favorite

The Odin Project (Full Stack Path)

Course • ~80h100% Free
PostgresTutorial.com

PostgreSQL Tutorial for Beginners to Pro

Interactive • ~12h100% Free
Build to Master: Full-Stack Collaborative Notes App

End-to-end web app with user authentication, PostgreSQL relational database, and real-time edits.

GitHub Portfolio Deliverables:
Normalized SQL schema
Session/JWT authentication
Live demo deployed on Cloudflare/Vercel
Industry Skill Alignment

Live Industry Roles Requiring Full-Stack Web Developer Skills

Industry hiring requirements matching these curriculum milestones. Master these nodes to pass screening.

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CoinbaseTarget Role Profile

Senior Risk Analyst

Competitive (Industry Standard)REMOTERemote - USA
TypeScriptReact
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DatadogTarget Role Profile

Sales Development Representative

Competitive (Industry Standard)ON_SITEBangalore, India
TypeScriptReact
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StripeTarget Role Profile

GTM Recruiting Manager

Competitive (Industry Standard)REMOTEUS-Remote, Chicago, Atlanta
TypeScriptReact
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Crazy For Success FoundationTarget Role Profile

Market Research

₹15,000 - ₹35,000 / month StipendREMOTERemote, India
TypeScriptReact
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