JavaScript and React framework development environment

JavaScript & Modern Framework Development

Build interactive web applications with JavaScript ES6+ and popular frameworks. This 16-week comprehensive program prepares you for developing production-ready applications with modern tools and patterns.

Course Overview

This comprehensive program takes you from JavaScript fundamentals to building sophisticated single-page applications with modern frameworks. You'll develop a deep understanding of ES6+ features, asynchronous programming patterns, and component-based architecture that powers today's web applications.

The curriculum balances vanilla JavaScript mastery with practical framework implementation. You'll work with React as the primary framework while exploring Vue.js fundamentals, understanding when to use different tools for various project requirements. This approach helps you make informed technical decisions rather than following trends without context.

Throughout the program, you'll build multiple applications that demonstrate progressive complexity. Starting with interactive components, you'll advance to full-featured applications with routing, state management, and API integration. Projects include real-time features, progressive web app capabilities, and performance optimization techniques.

Duration

16 weeks

Class Size

10 students max

Investment

€2,250

Skills You'll Develop

This program equips you with capabilities needed for modern frontend development roles. Students often find themselves contributing to professional projects within the first few weeks, as the curriculum emphasizes practical patterns used in production environments.

Core JavaScript Expertise

  • Master ES6+ features including arrow functions, destructuring, and modules
  • Work with promises, async/await, and asynchronous programming patterns
  • Understand JavaScript's execution model and event loop behavior
  • Apply functional programming concepts and array methods effectively

Framework Development

  • Build reusable components following best practices and patterns
  • Implement state management solutions for complex applications
  • Handle routing, navigation, and single-page application architecture
  • Integrate APIs and manage asynchronous data flows in applications

Tools and Technologies

You'll work with the same development stack used by professional teams building modern web applications. These tools represent current industry practices and will help you develop efficient workflows.

Development Stack

React Framework

Component lifecycle, hooks, context API, and modern React patterns

Vue.js Fundamentals

Reactive data, component composition, and Vue ecosystem basics

Node.js & NPM

Package management, build scripts, and development dependencies

Build Tools & Workflow

Module Bundlers

Webpack and Vite for efficient development and production builds

Testing Tools

Jest and React Testing Library for component and unit testing

Developer Tools

Browser extensions, debugging tools, and performance profilers

Development Practices and Standards

Professional development extends beyond writing code that works. You'll learn patterns and practices that make applications maintainable, testable, and performant in production environments.

Component Architecture

Well-structured components make applications easier to understand and modify. You'll learn to identify when components should be split, how to manage props effectively, and patterns for component composition. The curriculum covers container and presentation components, custom hooks, and higher-order component patterns.

State Management Strategies

Managing application state becomes important as projects grow in complexity. The course explores various approaches from React's built-in state solutions to external state management libraries. You'll understand when to use local state versus application-wide state and how to structure data flow efficiently.

Performance Optimization

React applications need optimization for smooth user experiences. You'll learn to identify performance bottlenecks using profiling tools, implement memoization strategies, and apply code splitting techniques. The program covers lazy loading, virtualization for large lists, and strategies for efficient re-renders.

Testing Approaches

Testing provides confidence that applications work as intended. You'll write unit tests for JavaScript functions, component tests for React elements, and integration tests for feature workflows. The curriculum emphasizes practical testing strategies that balance coverage with maintainability.

Who This Course Serves

This program suits developers ready to move beyond static websites into interactive application development. Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals will help you get the most from the curriculum.

Frontend Developers

Those comfortable with HTML and CSS who want to add JavaScript frameworks to their capabilities find this program provides structured learning for modern development patterns.

  • Developers working primarily with HTML and CSS
  • Junior developers expanding into frameworks
  • Graduates from foundational web development programs

Career Changers

Professionals from other technical backgrounds who understand programming concepts can transition into frontend development through framework expertise.

  • Backend developers learning frontend technologies
  • Software engineers exploring web development
  • Technical professionals adding new skills

Framework Updaters

Developers experienced with older frameworks or vanilla JavaScript who want to learn current approaches to building single-page applications benefit from structured comparison.

  • jQuery developers transitioning to modern frameworks
  • Developers updating from older framework versions
  • Vanilla JavaScript developers exploring frameworks

Application Builders

Those with project ideas who want to implement them using modern tools find the curriculum provides practical knowledge for building real applications.

  • Entrepreneurs developing their own products
  • Developers working on side projects
  • Technical founders building MVPs

Progress Tracking and Development

Regular assessment helps you understand your growth and identify areas needing additional focus. The program uses multiple methods to track progress and provide feedback throughout your learning journey.

Application Projects

Build progressively complex applications throughout the course. Each project introduces new concepts while reinforcing previous learning, creating a portfolio that demonstrates your growing capabilities.

Code Reviews

Weekly code review sessions provide detailed feedback on your work. These discussions help you understand different approaches to problems and learn from examining various solutions to the same challenges.

Skill Assessments

Periodic assessments help track your understanding of key concepts. These evaluations identify areas where additional practice might help and confirm mastery of important patterns.

Build Modern Interactive Applications

Join our JavaScript and framework development program to learn the tools and patterns used in production applications. Our team can discuss the curriculum, prerequisites, and enrollment details.

Next cohort starts September 22, 2025
€2,250 total investment