7 Helpful Websites for Learning Web Development

Learning everything you need to know about web development is a large, aspiring goal. However, learning everything you need to know about web development from one single resource is next to impossible.

A much better method is finding several different resources to help you cover lots of ground.

Whether you’re just starting your journey into web development or are a seasoned developer looking to improve your coding skills, these websites will help you improve your coding ability and greatly expand your skill set.

Udemy

If you’re just getting started in web development then I recommend Udemy be your first destination. Udemy offers self-paced video-based courses created by experts in the field.

There are hundreds of Udemy courses available for those looking to code, and because there are so many courses available, you can find a course that tailors to your specific needs with ease. They have courses tailor-made for front-end development, full-stack, and web design, as well as courses focused on a specific language such as JavaScript, Python, etc.

Udemy offers certifications for these courses as well. While Udemy may not carry as much weight as other institutions, most employers like to see those who are continuously striving to improve their skill set.

W3Schools

This site is an incredible combination of tutorials, documentation, and interactive courses. Go ahead and bookmark W3Schools because you’re going to be visiting it often when learning to code and when working to improve your code.

The website is broken up into different sections based on languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python, Java, TypeScript, NodeJS, and more.

I recommend having this page open when going through your Udemy courses. As great as the instructors are on Udemy, they can’t cover every detail of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc. Take what they teach you in the lesson and then investigate further using W3Schools and the sites listed below.

Like Udemy, W3Schools also offers certifications that you can put on your resume and LinkedIn.

FreeCodeCamp

This site does it all, including blogs, tutorials, videos, and courses. As the name implies, all of their resources are free. FreeCodeCamp is a non-profit organization that believes strongly in helping everyone learn to code with no financial barriers in place.

I believe strongly that technology can become a great equalizer so I support FreeCode Camp’s mission and I think they do great work.

You can find several of their video courses available on YouTube. The instructors are experienced and passionate about what they do so it’s great material and motivation for your learning journey.

Like Udemy, these courses are self-paced, and you can receive certifications as well.

MDN

Mozilla Development Network, commonly referred to as the MDN, is an incredible source of developer documentation. This is great when you’re looking for the proper coding syntax and need to know what all of your options are when working with a new command.

MDN illustrates what commands are now considered deprecated and should no longer be in use. This is helpful when building new websites and applications to ensure your code is in good shape, protected from any vulnerabilities.

A big part of working in development is staying current and up-to-date with fast-changing technology. You can easily stay current by making “checking the MDN” a part of your regular coding routine.

Stack Overflow

When you work in tech, Google is your friend, but Stack Overflow is your family. This is the place to lay all your problems on the line and ask for help from those closest to you, or more specifically developers who speak the same language as you.

This developer community site contains an enormous amount of question & answer type forums, based on every type of programming issue you could imagine.

This site is great for complex issues when you feel you’ve dug yourself into a hole you can’t crawl out from. Chances are high another developer has been exactly where you are and is able to help guide you out of it.

I want to be clear, Google is absolutely a great resource for finding solutions to your programming issues, but Stack Overflow caters specifically to your programming questions. Be sure to keep this site in mind when debugging and troubleshooting an issue.

GitHub

The largest online repository for open-source coding files, GitHub is the place to be for developers. It can be intimidating learning to code in your own little silo, but fortunately, GitHub is all about collaboration and working well with others.

In order to work with online repositories, you will need to learn a bit about Git. It’s a relatively easy concept to learn so I recommend finding a good YouTube video, like this one here by Mosh Hamedani. Or you can try finding a Udemy course, like this one here by Colt Steele.

Putting your work out there is also great for when you begin looking for a job. Your GitHub page can serve as a portfolio, showing potential employers what you are capable of.

I know it can be intimidating to put your work out there, but let that anxiety drive you to push yourself, create something great, and throw it out into the world.

Dev Community

This is an excellent resource for articles and developers who enjoy blogging about technology on a forum. The Dev Community hosts a plethora of how-to guides and instructions on development concepts and usage.

The great thing about this site is that the Dev Community is a very welcoming place for beginners so don’t be shy. Immerse yourself in the development community and learn from those around you.

This is a great site for learning about coding as well as writing about coding concepts you have learned. You can use this site to build up your writing skills, publish your articles, and receive constructive criticism for your work.

Conclusion

Hopefully, you’ve found a great resource to dive deeper into web development. If you know of any sites that you feel would be a great addition to this list please leave a comment below. I’m always eager to find new resources online.

Article credit: Semhar Hidad