The Full-Stack Developer path teaches you how to build and deploy complete web applications. You will work on the front end, the back end, and everything in between.
What you will learn
- Front-end fundamentals: semantic HTML, CSS layout, responsive design, and JavaScript DOM manipulation.
- Modern frameworks: component-based UI with React, state management, and routing.
- Back-end basics: Node.js, Express-style APIs, SQL and NoSQL databases, and authentication.
- Deployment and tooling: Git, GitHub, environment variables, and getting your app online.
Path structure
The path is divided into modules. Each module contains lessons, exercises, challenges, and often a capstone project. Modules increase in difficulty from beginner to professional.
Projects you will build
You will build real portfolio projects such as a portfolio landing page, a blog with a database, and an API-driven application. Each project includes milestones and automated tests that check your implementation.
How long it takes
The full path is roughly 45 hours of focused work. Most learners finish in 8–12 weeks at 5–10 hours per week. You can go faster or slower; all progress is saved.
Next steps
- View the path details on the Career paths page.
- Learn how portfolio projects work in Portfolio Projects.
- See how your skills grow with the Developer Growth Map.