How Anyone Can Become A Web Developer

ontrary to common belief, becoming a web developer has become a more achievable goal for those that are interested. Yes, learning common web coding languages such as HTML will give you a leg up on your competition but are no longer required as part of the profession. New popular platforms such as WordPress, WiX, and Shopify are lowering the barrier to entry and shortening the learning curve.

Many also believe some form of a college education is also required to become a web developer. Although this is a suggested route that helps build your experience and credentials, it is also not necessary. The key is to determine what your goal is. Do you want to learn JavaScript, CSS, and HTML coding to empower you to build websites from scratch, or are you looking for a fast ticket in so you can begin earning money on your own? Depending on what your goal is you should also determine the level of expertise needed to begin.

You can become a web developer without a college degree.

Working for a professional company, you are more likely required to have had a college education, a ready-made portfolio, certifications, and recommendations to get in. Companies often have more complex work required for web developers than in the case of freelancing. However, the goal of this article is to democratize your ability to become a web developer.

You can follow this path but if you are more interested in striking out on your own and are not interested in learning programming languages, then becoming a master at a web builder platform is your ticket in.

In the last 10 years, many companies have launched easy to use web building platforms that take all the guesswork out of the equation. Yes, you are limited to the scope of the platform, but it helps you also stay within the lane. Imagine having the guard rails up when bowling. You are less likely to bowl a gutter ball and more likely to hit the pins.

This analogy is similar to how website builders will help you. Platforms like WiX enable ordinary individuals with little to no tech background to become experts on the platform.

Don’t underestimate the time needed to learn the platforms. Although many are simple drag and drop style interfaces, you will still need to learn how to use the built-in tools and develop an eye for how elements should be placed. However, there is no need for programming languages and the time it will take you to become an expert is far less than having to go to a 4-year institution. Your focus should start by picking a platform and building many mock websites to practice.

"Consume as much free content as you can on the web. Everything you need to learn how to use these platforms are already provided via YouTube or a quick google search." - Ryan

A large community of web developers are using platforms such as Shopify and WiX. No longer are professional businesses the only clients with website needs. Ordinary customers who share a similar dream to work on their own websites for their businesses are at a parabolic rate. In the interest of serving these clients, you are the expert they need. The platforms are designed to be easy for ordinary users to be able to run their businesses on the sites.  

Start the process today. Create an account on any of the platforms mentioned. It is free to start. The only investment you will make is your time. The demand for web developers is growing especially on user-friendly platforms that empower ordinary individuals to launch their business online. You can become their web developer today by educating yourself and becoming an expert on the user-friendly platforms.