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Posted by Byron Tollison
Byron Tollison
9,942 Points

Entry level Jobs?

Hello, I have a quick question about entry level jobs. I keep seeing Jr. Developer jobs that say, "basic understanding of HTML, CSS, Javascript". I've found that I absolutely love JavaScript. My question is, what exactly are they asking? I'm completely new to this field so any detailed answer will help! Im about halfway through the Full Stack Javascript track, but i don't feel confident in my skills just yet. So what exactly are these people looking for in a junior developer (what tasks are usually involved)?

3 Answers

Flordecante Ibanez
Flordecante Ibanez
4,649 Points
Flordecante Ibanez
Flordecante Ibanez
4,649 Points

basic understanding of HTML, CSS, Javascript

basically they need individuals who has those 3 basic skills and can be given with set of tasks related to these three. Like for example doing some registration forms which involves lay-outing html inputs, buttons as well as designing them by using CSS and providing basic validations using JS.

Those 3 basic skills go hand in hand and the prerequisites in order for an individual to perform in web development.

Byron Tollison
Byron Tollison
9,942 Points

ah k that makes sense, so as a junior developer, would you design and code these things and a senior would tidy up or make it super-awesome? lol

Kelvin Simon
Kelvin Simon
6,209 Points
Kelvin Simon
Kelvin Simon
6,209 Points

I had some of the same questions as well and i've read some really good articles on the treehouse blog about what to expect from employers. You should check it out blog.teamtreehouse.com

Byron Tollison
Byron Tollison
9,942 Points

ah thanks! I always forget they have a blog...

Konrad Pilch
Konrad Pilch
2,435 Points
Konrad Pilch
Konrad Pilch
2,435 Points

Interesting! See if we can find out more information late on.