Enter IT through frontend development

If you are reading this text, it means that you want to enter IT through frontend development. The good news: in 2025, vue.js is a very popular framework in Russia and in the world., especially in commercial projects and startups.

But the path to the profession now requires not just the study of technology, but a conscious approach. Let’s figure out how to do this effectively.

Where should I start?

For the first 3-6 months, you need to immerse yourself in the basics. Without a solid foundation of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, it’s pointless to move on.

• HTML and CSS are not just a “layout designer”. Modern frontend requires an understanding of semantics, accessibility (a11y), and adaptability. Learn how to work with layouts in Figma, structure content correctly, and write clean CSS without crutches.

• JavaScript is where the magic begins. You should not just copy code from textbooks, but understand how closures, asynchrony, and DOM work. TypeScript is a must have now, so immediately learn how to write code with types.

Mandatory technologies

1. HTML/CSS

   • Semantic layout, Flex/Grid, adaptivity
   • Tools: Figma, PixelPerfect
   • Resources: HTML Academy, MDN Web Docs

2. JavaScript (ES6+)

   • Data types, functions, asynchrony (Promise, async/await)
   • DOM manipulations, events
   • Resources: Learn JavaScript, Codewars

3. TypeScript

   • Interfaces, types, generics
   • Resources: TypeScript Handbook

After that, you can start using Vue.js

Why Vue?

In 2025, Vue 3 will remain popular in Russia for several reasons:

• Easier than React. Less boilerplate code, intuitive syntax.
• TypeScript out of the box. More and more companies are switching to strict typing.
• Nuxt for SSR. If you want to work with SEO and server-side rendering, this is the best choice.

But just studying the documentation is not enough. We need practice

What to learn from Vue?

1. Key topics

   • Composition API (script setup, ref, reactive)
   • Routing: Vue Router
   • State management: Pinia (Vuex deprecated)
   • API requests: Axios + TypeScript -Optimization: lazy loading, debouncing

2. Free Courses

   • Vue School (Russian subtitles)
   • Documentation Vue.js (translated into Russian)

3. Practice

   • Todo-application with local storage
   • Chat on Vue + Firebase
   • Online store (shopping cart, filters)

How do I find my first job?

In 2025, the competition among juniors will be high, so it’s important to stand out.:

✅ Portfolio. 3-4 projects that show your level. Not template Todo lists, but something with unique logic.

✅ GitHub. The code should be clean, with a README and comments.

✅ Social networks and the community. Write about your studies on Telegram, and chat in Vue chats.js Russian Community

Look for internships in Russian IT companies (Sber, Tinkoff, VK) or startups. You can get your first experience on freelancing, but be prepared for low rates.

What else is important?

• Emphasis on TypeScript — 80% of vacancies require it

• Nuxt.js — the demand for SSR developers is growing

• Soft skills — The ability to work in a team, ask questions and accept criticism is more important than knowing all the features of Vue

• English Even if you work in Russia, documentation and new technologies come in English.

• Continuous learning — IT is changing fast — be ready to learn even after employment

Output

Become a frontend developer at Vue.js in 2025 is realistic, but it will take time and discipline. Start with the basics, do projects, communicate with the community — and in a year you will be able to apply for your first job.

The main thing is not to quit after the first difficulties. Good luck! 🚀