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Your guide to becoming a Full-Stack Engineer
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Web foundations
Get started with the foundations. By the end of this section, you'll be able to build a stylized and responsive website with HTML and CSS.Building interactive websites
Build interactive sites using JavaScript and host it on a remote GitHub repository.Learn
Front-end development
Learn the front-end skills you'll need to create interactive applications. Build a single-page web app that handles user actions. Then, deploy your app to Netlify.Learn
Back-end development
Learn the fundamentals of back-end development and designing relational databases. Create a RESTful API that serves data from your relational database to your front-end.Full-stack development
Bridge your front-end and back-end knowledge. Learn how to build secure full-stack applications and underlying operating system fundamentals.Practice code review
Reviewing other developers' code is an important part of the software development process when working on a professional team.Learn
Practice
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Try pair programming
Pair programming is useful to learn and experience. This collaborative skill is a big part of working on developer teams. Find someone to pair with in the Codecademy community.Full-Stack Engineer career path
Practice
Work on a group project
Group projects are a great way to get experience working with others. You can share them in interviews to show how you collaborate, even if you've never worked on a team.Build an independent project
Building independent projects from scratch is one of the most effective ways to practice and apply your skills.Build
- workspaceStart a workspace
Build an off-platform project
Your technical portfolio is a key element in your search for a job as an engineer or developer. Projects give you the opportunity to showcase your skills. Build an off-platform project and show your future employer what you can do.Build
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Build more
- off-platform projectBeat Mix
- off-platform projectGold Metal Metrics Solution
- off-platform projectJamming
Create your portfolio site
Building your own portfolio site is an opportunity to gain real world experience. But that's not all. It also lets you showcase your skills for prospective employers.Prepare for technical interviews
It's important to learn technical interview skills to help you land your target role. Technical interviews can be exciting, but also intimidating. Don't worry though, we're here to help.Learn
Practice
- code challengeReverse Words
- code challengeCalculate the Mean and Mode
- code challengeFlatten an Array
Prepare for the behavioral interview
The interview process isn't just about technical skills. You'll also need to showcase soft skills like communication and working on a team. We've rounded up some tips to help you prepare.Learn
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Do a mock interview
Interviewing can be stressful and intimidating. That's why practicing with mock interviews is so important! Find peers in the community to help you prepare.Practice
Start networking
Your connections are your best source for job leads and advice. Connect with our community to help build your network.Learn
Connect
- chapterCodecademy Chapters
- chatCodecademy Chat
- forumCodecademy Forums
Create a resume
A strong resume will help you land that interview! Showcase your skills and relevant experience to stand out in your job search. Check out our recommended resources for tips.Start your job search
You're almost at the finish line. It's time to begin your job search! Here's some advice from us on getting started.Accept an offer
Once you've accepted an offer, share your success! We invite you to visit our forums and celebrate with other learners.Connect
Continue building your skills
You've learned the essentials. Now you're ready to expand your skills with more advanced content.Learn
- skill pathBuild Python Web Apps with Django
- skill pathBuild Web Apps with ASP.NET
- courseLearn Intermediate CSS
- courseLearn TypeScript
- courseLearn D3