15h • 💼 Career & Job Tips
How Beginners Can Gain Web Development Experience in 2025
When I was trying to land my first frontend developer job, I kept running into the same problem; every posting wanted “2+ years of experience.” I remember thinking, how do I get experience if no one gives me a chance?
If you’ve felt that frustration, you’re not alone. And here’s the mindset shift that changed everything for me: you don’t wait for experience you build it
That’s what I talk about in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwcTW2YbTtM
Here’s the strategy that works:
- Find businesses or local shops with outdated websites
- Reach out and offer to rebuild or modernize their site, even free if you have to
- Document the whole process: screenshots, speed improvements, better mobile design, before/after comparisons
That becomes your portfolio case study. It shows employers you can solve real problems, not just follow tutorials
The reality is, employers don’t care about another weather app. They care if you can add value. And showing that in your frontend portfolio is how you break into tech, land interviews, and finally get that first role
So here’s my question for you: if you had to start today, what kind of business or niche would you build for first? A local restaurant, a doctor’s office, maybe a small shop? Drop it below, I want to hear your ideas
2
0 comments
How Beginners Can Gain Web Development Experience in 2025
powered by
skool.com/front-end-now-freelance-pro-4868
Helping beginners learn how to create websites and sign clients. Get feedback, portfolio reviews, AMAs & career tips to launch your frontend career.
Suggested communities
Powered by