The Modern Frontend Developer Roadmap

Becoming a frontend developer can be overwhelming. The ecosystem is constantly evolving, with new frameworks and tools appearing every day. However, every expert starts with the basics.

This roadmap provides a high-level overview of the skills and technologies required to become a modern frontend developer.

Frontend Developer Roadmap

Key Phases

  1. The Foundation: HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript. You cannot skip this.
  2. Package Management: Understanding NPM/Yarn.
  3. Build Tools: Webpack, Vite, or Parcel.
  4. Frameworks: React, Vue, or Angular.
  5. State Management: Redux, Vuex, or Context API.
  6. Testing: Jest, Cypress, or Playwright.

Take it one step at a time. Master the fundamentals before chasing the latest trends.