5 Free Resources I Wish I Knew When I Started Coding (Part 2)
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">6. freeCodeCamp</span></p><p>This platform is gold. It teaches you web development, data structures, algorithms and even lets you build real projects for certification. All free.
</p><p>7. W3Schools
</p><p>Beginner-friendly explanations for HTML, CSS, JavaScript and more. Great for quick references and testing code as you learn.
</p><p>8. MDN Web Docs (by Mozilla)
</p><p>When you start getting comfortable, MDN becomes your best friend. It explains web concepts in detail and is super accurate.
</p><p>9. YouTube Channels
</p><p>I watched YouTube videos too, but it matters who you watch. Channels like Programming with Mosh, The Net Ninja, and Traversy Media explain coding in a way that just clicks.
</p><p>10. Frontend Mentor
</p><p>If you want to practice real-world projects, this is it. You get actual UI challenges to build and improve your frontend skills.
</p><p>These resources are free, but the value is massive. If you’re just starting, take advantage of them.
</p><p>Which one have you tried before or which one will you check out first?
</p><p>Drop it in the comments.
</p><p>Follow me for part 3.</p><p>
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