I’m trying to figure out the best path to really understand JavaScript from the ground up. Should I invest money in premium courses or is it possible to become proficient using only free resources and documentation? I’ve heard good things about using free tutorials combined with official docs, but I’m not sure if that’s enough. My main goal is to learn JavaScript in a way where I can confidently build real projects and solve actual problems. I want to make sure I’m not missing any important concepts that might only be covered in paid programs. Has anyone here successfully learned JS without spending money on courses? What combination of resources worked best for you?
the free resources are solid if u commit to them. I used mozilla docs and random youtube videos mostly, but what really mattered was coding daily instead of just watching tutorials. Don’t get trapped in tutorial hell - build stupid little projects even when you barely know what ur doing.
Using free resources effectively can yield excellent results. I personally mastered JavaScript with the help of MDN, freeCodeCamp, and various YouTube tutorials without any financial investment. The crucial aspect is consistent practice and applying your skills through real coding projects, as practical experience solidifies your understanding. Additionally, websites like JavaScript.info offer in-depth insights, while engaging in coding challenges can enhance your problem-solving abilities. Regularly building projects is essential to reinforce what you’ve learned.
Free resources work great, but figuring out when to move past beginner tutorials? That’s the hard part. I wasted months cycling through free courses before I realized I needed to dig into actual GitHub codebases to see how JavaScript works in real projects. The docs suddenly make way more sense once you’ve got basic syntax down. What really helped was jumping into open source projects - even just fixing documentation - because it forced me to read code from experienced devs. There’s a huge gap between tutorial projects and actual applications, so spend as much time studying existing code as writing your own.
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