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Full-Stack Web Developer Study Guide

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

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptNode.jsPostgreSQL

Step-by-Step Curriculum

Follow each phase in order. Complete the hands-on project before moving to the next.

1

Modern JavaScript & TypeScript Essentials

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

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.

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.

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

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