My Link Tree
Published: 2023-07-19 00:38:28

[My Link Tree](https://salcasta.github.io/)

I just completed my link tree assignment and I am very happy with it. I decided to dedicate my link tree to my favorite free resources that I have used on my journey to becoming a software developer. A mini roadmap for beginners wondering where to start. So, here are my thoughts on every link.

**CodePen**

My go to place when I want to start on a rough draft for a project. It allows you to add HTML, CSS, and JavaScript on one screen. Everything is stored in your account so, it can be accessed anywhere.

**Glitch**

Very similar to CodePen, it has a more traditional interface for an IDE. It handles public assets a little better than CodePen. 

**Codespaces**

Just started using Codespaces with Tech Prep and I am loving it. An exact clone of the Visual Studio Code text editor, but runs in the browser already linked to your Github. Had I known about Codespaces earlier in my journey I for sure would have used it from the beginning.

**Codecademy**

A lot of free tutorials available with multiple 50% off deals throughout the year to unlock the premium tutorials. Great for beginners, but don't get to comfortable as it tends to hold your hand a little too much in my opinion. Overall still a great place to start.

**W3Schools**

A more direct approach than Codecademy, a great quick way to learn while on the go with a few questions at the end of each section to make sure you understand the material.

**Scrimba**

A new addition in my journey, Scrimba does a better job than Codecademy in teaching the basics. A great place to learn HTML/CSS as well as React. Not as many tutorials as Codecademy.

**JavaScript.info**

A one stop shop for learning JavaScript. No videos and all text, it can be a little tough to understand concepts, but it offers plenty of examples and explanations. A truly great resource for free!

**JavaScript30**

A free course with signup, it offers a project a day for 30 days. Although the projects can be difficult, I strongly recommend learners to still go through the solution video and code along. You will be exposed to all the great things you can do with the power of JavaScript.

**Codewars** 

A great place to practice your JavaScript on a daily basis. This will get you ready for interview problems.

**Tailwindcss**

My favorite framework for CSS, it handles all styling with classes in your HTML. All class names are straight forward and easy to read.

**React**

They recently updated their free tutorial on their website. A great place to get your feet wet when it's time to learn a JavaScript framework.

**100devs**

The absolute best place to start when learning how to code. An amazing instructor who truly cares if you are understanding the material. It is essential a free bootcamp without the $15,000 price tag. A very active Discord with people willing and able to help you at every stage of your journey. All the classes are on Youtube so go at your own pace. 

**freeCodeCamp & The Odin Project**

Just as good as 100devs, but without video tutorials and powerful encouragement speeches the instructor provides. 

**Final Thoughts**

If you know someone who wants to become a developer, please feel free to use my link tree as a guide. Less time researching on places to start and more time learning!

[My Link Tree](https://salcasta.github.io/)