Looking to become a web developer?
So, you’ve decided that you’re interested in learning more about web development. You may even be curious enough to pursue the position as a full-time career option. Now you’re asking yourself, “what degree do I need to be a web developer?”
In your research, you may see that some web development positions require or ask for applicants to have a computer science degree. While some web development positions will prefer you to have a degree or qualifications in a similar field, never fear — a large majority of web developers have no degree!
With web development degree requirements usually being a four-year program, web developers without a CS degree often turn to alternative ways to learn and obtain the requirements necessary to become successful in the web development field.
How to become a web developer
Becoming a web developer is an exciting journey that doesn’t always require a computer science degree. Taking a part-time web development course, a Coding Bootcamp, or teaching yourself are some of the best ways to becoming a web developer in Canada. Here's more about these options that can help you become a web developer with no degree:
Take a coding workshop
If you’re starting from the very beginning with no pre-existing web development knowledge, taking a workshop on how to start coding is a good stepping stone. Juno’s free Coding 101 workshops allow beginners to dabble in the basics of HTML and CSS, the building blocks of coding. Through a live online, instructor-led session, you'll learn to code a mini project from scratch!
Upskill yourself
Staying on top of the latest in-demand skills is an important part of working in any field. If you’re already in a related field and hoping to focus more on web development, speak to your employer about opportunities for improving upon your existing skill set.
Learning a new coding language, or diving into a new software related to web development could be a good starting point in your upskilling journey and your transition into the web development field. You can even ask your employer to help cover some of your upskilling costs!
Enroll in an Coding Bootcamp
Want to learn all the skills you need to become a web developer quickly? Web Development Bootcamps, like the one offered by Juno, provide students with all the in-demand skills in the web development field as well as items to bulk up your resume. In both the full-time and part-time format, the time commitment is much shorter than the four years you would dedicate in a computer science degree program.
Not sure what to expect from a Bootcamp? Juno Bootcamp alum Charles Li outlines some tips for enrolling in Bootcamp here.
Teach yourself
While there are pros and cons to self-directed learning, there are plenty of resources available online that aspiring web developers can use to teach themselves the basics of the field. Sites like Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, and Udemy provide free resources on the basics of web development, coding, and other skills related to the job. Here's a list of the best places to learn to code for free!
Is web development a good career?
Short answer: YES! Here are some of the many benefits to working in tech.
Interested in becoming a web developer without a CS degree? Web developers are increasingly in-demand in Canada with employment in the field expected to grow over the next few years. According to Glassdoor Canada, the average web developer makes upwards of $62,000 yearly.
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Our award-winning Web Development Bootcamp is designed to transform you from beginner to job-ready web developer. Our alumni's job titles after graduation range from developer, to software engineer, to front-end programmer, and more. Some of them have even gotten hired over other candidates with computer science degrees!