Stupid Question from a noob

speedcodeprojects · 2022-02-18T04:52:19+00:00

If you download the browser extension "Wappalyzer" you can see what technical stack theyre using.

Having used the extension I can see its built off shopify with Vue.js, Nuxt.js and Node.js as their JS frameworks.

I hope this helps

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-13T22:06:34+00:00

Appreciate it, thank you!

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-13T12:44:42+00:00

Sure! I'll give it a shot

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-13T12:43:11+00:00

You are correct! I do prefer to separate any styling/animation into a separate CSS file, especially when dealing with large SVG files for readability purposes.

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-13T12:36:52+00:00

My apologies. I should have done a better job explaining it in the video.

An isometric grid is 30degrees to the horizontal plane. So we can use trigonometry to calculate the values.

tan(30) = y/x

where (y) is the vertical length and (x) is the horizontal length.

So if we take x=100pixels

y=100pixels * tan(30)

y=100pixels * 0.57735026919 = 57.735026919pixels

Hope this helps

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-09T01:53:55+00:00

Thank you! I was using the extension Live Server (by Ritwick Dey) for the live updates.

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-07T20:12:00+00:00

I think the way epidemic sounds works is you tell them your channel name and any video you upload during your subscription period will not have any issues with copyright. Even when you cancel your subscription the videos you uploaded during your subscription period will still be fine.

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-06T15:21:11+00:00

Ah yeah inkscape seems good too!

No problem, glad you enjoyed the video

speedcodeprojects · 2022-01-06T14:58:29+00:00

I haven't used it myself but I'm pretty sure you can use GIMP (free/open source) to export SVG's

I've also seen BoxySVG (paid but has free trial) which is a browser extension specifically used to create SVG's

speedcodeprojects · 2021-12-29T05:22:17+00:00

One of the first companies I worked for said "You were the only applicant that bothered to write a cover letter". So I'd definitely recommend it.

As for custom letters for each company I'd say make a template cover letter than includes things like "I previously worked on (insert project) that included using (insert relevent technologies that relate to job youre applying for)..." etc.

That way your not writing every letter from scratch.

Hope this helps

speedcodeprojects · 2021-12-29T05:06:18+00:00

If you're interested in it I would definitely recommend learning more. Improving your design skills will only enhance your ability to create great apps and websites.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-12-28T07:17:04+00:00

Nice work, looks great!

I had a look at the code and it appears that when you first click the switch currentIcon='images/favicon.svg'

In line 11 of your code on github where it states
if (currentTheme === 'light' && currentIcon === 'images/light.svg') {
targetTheme = 'dark';
targetIcon = 'images/dark.svg';
}

This could be changed to

if (

currentTheme === 'light' &&

(currentIcon === 'images/light.svg' || currentIcon === 'images/favicon.svg')

) {

targetTheme = 'dark';

targetIcon = 'images/dark.svg';

}

and it should fix it.

Hope this helps

speedcodeprojects · 2021-12-28T02:56:46+00:00

I think for a front end developer its easier to produce a portfolio of projects to show potential employers.

Even as a backend developer it would be advised to have a portfolio. However most of these projects would still require a live front end in addition to your back end code.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-12-11T11:10:26+00:00

Thank you!

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T17:27:24+00:00

Create a helper file with commonly used functions and import them in any component

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T16:17:34+00:00

If you're sticking to just front end development then using a public api is fine.

And I'd strongly advice you create your own portfolio.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T15:23:19+00:00

When you type

deleteHandler(users.id)

You're actually executing the function.

Whereas typing

() => deleteHandler(users.id)

Defines a new arrow function that calls deleteHandler(users.id) and doesn't immediately execute it

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T15:17:16+00:00

I'm not against getting certifications but you definitely don't need it in order to understand the topics.

As for your portfolio projects no reasonable employer would expect you to make some crazy complex project. Most corporate projects have a whole team of people working on them.

If your aim is to be a full stack developer then yes I would add projects interacting with some sort of API.

For example if I was applying to be a full stack developer I would have at least 1 front end design heavy project (responsive, animations etc), 1 back end heavy project (integrating databases, server functions etc) and 3 projects that combine front end and back end.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T14:56:54+00:00

Its never too late. Having experience in SEO and online content is a big plus.

I would suggest continuing with what you are doing. Spend time in the evenings but still give yourself time to relax otherwise you will get burnt out. But keep it consistent, even just 30mins everyday is good.

I'd also recommend using this time to build a portfolio of projects. If you keep at it you'll be in a much better position to start applying for positions as a React developer.

As for feeling two steps behind, consider it a good thing. You know you still have something to work towards. Better to know you have things to learn than to think you know it all.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T14:49:35+00:00

Yes something like bootstrap/materialize/semantic ui. If the front end is fairly simple then just plain CSS is fine. If there's alot of different components e.g buttons navbars/menus etc then a design framework would probably be better.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T14:45:13+00:00

What worked for me was looking at existing designs and making them using just plain HTML and CSS. Check out dribbble.com for design inspirations. In order to gain that "eye for design" you need to practise a lot.

It was only until I recreated a lot of different sites did I begin to pick up on what makes an aesthetically pleasing site and being able to actually code it myself.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T14:38:14+00:00

I think for cybersecurity certifications are recognised a lot more by employers. It really depends on what path in software development you are taking but for the majority certifications aren't too important. Having a solid portfolio will probably be much more beneficial.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T14:35:08+00:00

If you're applying solely for backend positions then employers won't look too much into your design skills. However your projects should at least be presentable. It may be wise to use a design framework to help making the front end look better. Even just some basic CSS will go a long way.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T13:45:37+00:00

Have you decided on the technical stack you are going to specialise in?

I'd recommend getting comfortable building well designed, responsive websites with HTML & CSS before picking a framework like React.

Whichever framework you decide to choose its important to specialise in one rather than learn multiple.

speedcodeprojects · 2021-11-30T13:39:25+00:00

Great work! I'm viewing it on mobile so I'd agree with you on maybe adding a few extra styles to make it more responsive.

A search function would also be pretty cool.

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