Code with Malie

Follow my journey in learning how to code and become a front end developer

Learning to Code

Dive into my personal experience of learning to code, from mastering HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to building real-world projects. This blog covers everything from coding challenges to practical tips for staying motivated. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills, you’ll find valuable insights and resources here. Let’s explore the world of front-end development together, one step at a time.

Recent Blog Posts

  • How to Build a Portfolio as a Front-End Developer

    How to Build a Portfolio as a Front-End Developer

    Building a Front-End Developer Portfolio: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Showcasing Your Skills Your Portfolio Is Your Passport to Success Imagine walking into a job interview where your potential employer is already impressed—not because of what you said but because of what they’ve seen. Your portfolio is that impression. It’s your digital handshake, your proof of…

  • CS50 Week 8: Building the Web with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    CS50 Week 8: Building the Web with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    “The internet is where the future lives, and today, I’m building it!” This was the thought that fueled my excitement as I dove into CS50 Week 8: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript—a milestone moment in my coding journey. This week marked the beginning of my exploration into web development, the cornerstone of creating immersive user experiences….

  • Front-End Development: A Journey of Creativity and Possibilities

    Front-End Development: A Journey of Creativity and Possibilities

    When I first dipped my toes into the world of coding, I faced a seemingly endless array of paths: back-end development, data science, cybersecurity, and even artificial intelligence. Yet, one stood out to me like a shining beacon—front-end development. But why choose front-end development over the others? This post dives into the reasons behind my…

  • CS50 Week 7: SQL and Databases—Mastering Data Storage

    CS50 Week 7: SQL and Databases—Mastering Data Storage

    Discover the power of data management as I tackle SQL and databases in Week 7 of the CS50 course. Uncovering the Language of Data Imagine walking into a library where every book is perfectly organized, every query you have is instantly answered, and every update is seamlessly reflected across the system. This is my first…

  • Why Choose React for Front-End Development: My Journey and Insights

    Why Choose React for Front-End Development: My Journey and Insights

    Why React is Revolutionizing Front-End Development Imagine building a feature-rich, interactive web app that looks fantastic and runs seamlessly—without losing your mind over repetitive coding or tricky DOM manipulations. Sounds great, right? This is where React, a powerful JavaScript library, comes in. For me, discovering React was like finding the ultimate toolkit to transform my…

  • CS50 Week 6.5: Discovering Artificial Intelligence—A Journey into the Future of Computing

    CS50 Week 6.5: Discovering Artificial Intelligence—A Journey into the Future of Computing

    My First Encounter with Artificial Intelligence Imagine a world where machines can think, learn, and make decisions—this is no longer science fiction; it’s the reality of artificial intelligence (AI). As I dive into CS50 Week 6.5, I find myself both awed and curious. Could I, a front-end developer in training, grasp the complexities of neural…

This is how it all started…

Welcome to my journey! In September 2023, I tied the knot with my best friend, but just a month before, life threw us a curveball when both my husband and I lost our jobs. Faced with uncertainty and a desire for stability, I briefly ventured into wedding videography—but quickly realized it wasn’t my passion.

That’s when I rediscovered my love for coding, a skill I had long wanted to explore. With no budget for classes, I harnessed the power of free resources like freeCodeCamp and was thrilled to receive a scholarship from SheCodes Foundation.

Juggling a demanding job at a vape shop while immersing myself in coding has been a challenge, but every line of code has brought me closer to my dream career. This journey has taught me the value of resilience, and I’m eager to share the lessons I’ve learned, the projects I’m working on, and tips for balancing life, work, and learning.

Join me as I explore the transformative world of coding! If you’re curious about how to start your own coding journey or want insights into finding balance, my blog is here for you. Together, we can embrace the challenges and triumphs of this exciting path. Let’s inspire each other!

Malie Kapelianis

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