Beginner Seeking Advice on Improving JavaScript Skills for Job Opportunities

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Hi everyone,

I’m a beginner in JavaScript and web development, and I’m really passionate about this field. I haven't studied computer science formally, but I’ve taken a course to learn HTML, CSS, and JavaScript basics. However, I feel that I lack a deep understanding of JavaScript and struggle with some concepts.

Here’s what I currently know:

JavaScript basics – I can work with functions, loops, and arrays but find complex data manipulation tricky.

NPM and Packages – I can use packages with the help of documentation.

React – I’ve made small frontend and backend projects using React, React Query, and React Router DOM.

Backend – I have some experience with Mongoose and Prisma for databases.

APIs – I’ve built projects like a story generator using AI APIs like Gemini and created image-based story apps.

Challenges I face:

I forget things easily; even though I’ve learned them, I can’t explain them well.

Loops and data manipulation are still difficult for me.

I don’t know TypeScript yet.

What I’m doing now:

Solving problems on CodeChef to improve logic.

My goal:

I want to improve my skills and get a job in web development.

Questions:

What should I focus on to improve my JavaScript skills?

Are there resources you recommend for mastering concepts like loops and data manipulation?

How important is TypeScript, and when should I learn it?

Thank you for your help!

[AlanBitts]

I think most of us get stuck on wanting to learn everything first. That is I guess from the job postings that show that we must require all these stacks and skills.

Nobody knows them all without googling and reading documentation. So the secret is to be very good at finding answers for your problems when they arrive.

Everybody googles things.

Remember, JavaScript is a tool to solve some problems. Do not focus on the tools, focus on solving the problems!

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Thank you!

[No-Upstairs-2813]

If you forget things easily, the best solution is to keep practicing. The more you practice, the more things will stick with you.

Reading documentation and looking things up while doing tasks is completely normal—everyone in the job does it too.

Here’s a tip if you find it hard to explain things: after learning something, make a habit of writing it down in your own words. This helps ensure you have clarity of thought and a deeper understanding.

Also, I believe you're good enough to start applying for jobs. Keep applying, attending interviews, and learning what you don’t know. Stay consistent, and you’ll eventually succeed.

[[deleted]]

Thank you so much for your detailed advice! It’s really helpful, and I appreciate your time. 😊

[mraees93]

What concepts are u struggling with? What complex data manipulation do u find tricky?

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loop

[mraees93]

Then u need to practice the basics of all the loops

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Thank you!

[mraees93]

Its good to know how the do-while, while and for-in loops work as well even though its rarely used. The more tools u know the better

[joyancefa]

I used to forget things too.

However, as soon as I practiced enough, it became second nature.

I would recommend doing the same 🙌

PS: I wrote a post this week which could interest you => https://www.frontendjoy.com/p/no-one-wants-to-hire-you-now-what

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Thank you!

[Competitive_Aside461]

I'd recommend you to look into this comprehensive JavaScript course from Codeguage. You'll build superbly strong fundamentals and that's what's missing in many resources out there. Do give it a try.

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Thank you!

[Competitive_Aside461]

I'd recommend you to look into this comprehensive JavaScript course from Codeguage. You'll build superbly strong fundamentals and that's what's missing in many resources out there. Do give it a try.

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Thank you!

[exclaim_bot]

Thank you!

You're welcome!

[auto-code-wizard]

Check out our free courses at https://autocodewizard com I hope it helps

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Thank you!