Navigating the Digital Sphere: Careers in Web Technology

A: If we’re talking about web careers today, the fundamentals come first—things like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and understanding how the web actually works.

B: So, like, the fancy tools and frameworks aren’t the main thing that makes you valuable? Because sometimes it seems like companies care more about what you already know, like React or whatever.

A: That’s a fair question! Frameworks are useful, but they don’t replace those foundational skills. If you know the ‘why’ and ‘how’ underneath, picking up a new tool becomes much easier. Think of frameworks as coats you can change, but the fundamentals are... well, your bones underneath.

B: And what about stuff beyond just building websites? Like, is there more to it?

A: Absolutely. The modern web professional thinks about accessibility—following standards like WCAG and ADA, so everyone can use their sites. Plus, there’s privacy-by-design and ethics: building with users’ rights and data safety in mind is just as critical as your code.

B: That makes sense. But employers, do they actually check for that? Or do they just want to see some projects?

A: Both. What you can show—whether through a portfolio, open source contributions, or small shipped projects—matters a lot. Show, don’t just tell. Concrete outcomes are better than a polished résumé alone.

B: If someone’s just getting started, what would you do in, say, three months? Like, practical steps?

A: Here’s a roadmap: week one, focus on learning and building with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Next, code small web apps—like a to-do list or a basic blog. Make them accessible and mindful of privacy. By ninety days, you’ll have a handful of projects in a portfolio, plus at least one open source pull request. Tangible, measurable, and real.