Getting Your First Job as a Web Developer

Want to kick-start a career in web development? This course can help you to find your way to a new and rewarding position the field, with a company or on your own as a freelancer.

Introduction

• Land that first web developer job

1. Preparing for Your First Job

• Types of developer jobs
• What skills do I need?
• Creating a personal website
• Creating a personal bio
• Creating a social media presence
• Self-employed or employee: Which is right for you?

2. Job Searching, Resumes, and Cover Letters

• How do I find jobs?
• How to write a resume
• How to format a resume
• Crafting a cover letter
• What to include in a cover letter
• The interview process
• Prepare for an interview
• Common interview questions
• Review a job offer
• Negotiating a job offer

3. Freelancing: Getting Started

• Choosing a business structure
• Finding clients and projects
• Setting your rates: Hourly pricing
• Setting your rates: Value-based pricing
• Scoping a project
• What to include in a project
• Working with contracts

Conclusion

• Next steps