Start with the Training Modules page. Begin with Phase 1 (HTML & CSS) and work through each module week by week. Don't skip ahead — mastering the basics is crucial!
You'll need: VS Code (code editor), Chrome browser (for DevTools), Git (version control), and a GitHub account. Check the Resources page for download links and setup guides.
Aim for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour per day. Consistency is more important than long sessions. Use the Weekly Schedule to plan your time.
📚 Learning & Progress
Step 1: Read the error message carefully. Often it tells you exactly what's wrong. Step 2: Google the error message or problem. Stack Overflow usually has answers. Step 3: Check the Resources page for documentation. Step 4: Text Titi! She's here to help. Don't struggle alone for hours.
Use the Progress Tracker page. Check off skills and projects as you complete them. Your progress is saved locally in your browser, so it won't disappear!
Both! Follow tutorials to learn concepts, then immediately build your own version. Don't just copy — understand what each line does. The projects on the Projects page are perfect for this.
🔧 Technical Issues
1. Check the console: Open Chrome DevTools (F12) and look for red error messages. 2. Use console.log: Add `console.log()` statements to see what values your variables have. 3. Check your syntax: Missing semicolons, brackets, or quotes are common mistakes. 4. Validate HTML/CSS: Use online validators to check for errors. 5. Take a break: Sometimes stepping away helps you see the problem.
Netlify (Easiest): Drag and drop your project folder to netlify.com/drop Vercel: Connect your GitHub repo and it auto-deploys GitHub Pages: Go to your repo settings → Pages → Select branch
See the Projects page for more details!
const: Use for values that won't change (constants). You can't reassign it. let: Use for values that might change. Block-scoped (only exists in the block it's declared). var: Old way. Don't use it. Use `let` or `const` instead. Rule of thumb: Use `const` by default, use `let` only when you need to reassign.
💪 Motivation & Support
YES! Everyone feels overwhelmed when learning to code. It's completely normal. Take breaks, go at your own pace, and remember: every developer you admire started exactly where you are. You're doing great!
1. Celebrate small wins: Finished a module? Check it off! Built a button? Celebrate! 2. Build things you care about: Make projects that interest you, not just assignments. 3. Track your progress: Look back at how far you've come. 4. Join communities: Connect with other learners on Discord or Reddit. 5. Remember your why: You're building a better future for yourself and your family.
You'll start contributing to JL Solutions projects as early as Phase 1 (Trainee level). You'll begin with small tasks like fixing typos and updating content, then gradually take on bigger features. Check the Mentorship Path to see what you'll do at each level!