FULL STACK ROADMAP 2026
Your Path to becoming a Software Developer
Phase 1: Frontend Foundations
Month 1-2: The Visual Layer
• HTML5 & CSS3: Modern semantic markup and layouts (Flexbox/Grid).
• Tailwind CSS: Rapid UI development and responsive design.
• JavaScript Basics: Logic, data types, and DOM manipulation.
• Version Control: Git basics and managing repositories on GitHub.
Phase 2: Frontend Mastery
Month 3-4: The Interactive Layer
• [Link]: Component-based architecture and state hooks.
• [Link]: Routing, API routes, and Server-side rendering.
• TypeScript: Adding type safety to your JavaScript code.
• AI Tools: Using Cursor or GitHub Copilot for faster coding.
Phase 3: Backend & Database
Month 5-6: The Logic & Data Layer
• [Link] & Express: Building scalable server-side applications.
• PostgreSQL: Relational database design and SQL queries.
• MongoDB: Working with NoSQL and flexible data schemas.
• Authentication: Secure login systems with JWT or NextAuth.
Phase 4: Deployment & Portfolio
Month 7+: The Professional Layer
• Deployment: Hosting on Vercel, Netlify, or AWS.
• Testing: Basic unit testing and debugging skills.
• Portfolio Projects: Building and deploying 3 real-world apps.
• Career Prep: Resume building and technical interview practice.
Study Plan Prepared for Abhiraj • Delhi University