How do I know when I'm ready to start applying for WebDev jobs?

[acatt]

I went through a full stack boot camp about a year ago and have been working on projects and learning ever since. Some days I feel pretty good, most days I feel like an idiot.

My question is when should I start applying for jobs and how do I know if I'm actually ready?

 

[ieatass69]

Always. Nothing lost (except a bit of your time) when you try. An opportunity lost when you don't try.

Well at least try to have a full page for your resume.

 

[Manko-sensei]

There is a good number of people who get hired without doing projects and they mess up during their contract, so you're more prepared than those for sure.

 

[TestAddress]

I start with POS and market my projects up until I get to work with Credit Systems.

 

[rukiares]

There is no definitive answer to when you are ready to start applying for WebDev jobs, but here are some general guidelines that might help you:

• You have a solid grasp of the fundamentals of web development, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic algorithms and data structures.
• You have built some projects that showcase your skills and creativity, and you have deployed them online using platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or Heroku.
• You have a portfolio website that displays your projects, your resume, and your contact information.
• You have practiced some common web development interview questions and challenges, such as coding a responsive layout, fetching data from an API, or implementing a CRUD app.
• You have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new things and improve your skills.

If you meet most of these criteria, then you are probably ready to start applying for WebDev jobs. Good luck! 🍀

 

[Baronoflight]

If you already start wearing cat ear headphones and wearing a striped pink/black knee high stockings, you know in your soul you are ready.

 

[TestAddress]

• You have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new things and improve your skills.

• Best answer from the list, as one programming language is created per year, the need to adapt is a must.
• Web Development is also a work that can be done part-time, so best chase those contracts as working for an 8-5 job is already dead ( they are actually slave exploiters ).
• Companies are EAGER to pull in novices because they cost dirt cheap. Companies avoid hiring managers recently because there are tools that can replace them.

 

[AlonzoWest45]

When it comes to front-end gigs, you should consider throwing your hat in the ring once you've nailed HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and have whipped up a few legit websites.

 

[ieatass69]

Instant hire if you can center a div.