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David Uwagbale
David Uwagbale

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Why I Want to Be a Front-End Developer and How HNG Will Help Me Achieve My Goals

Starting in 2022, I have been writing programs that power web applications

As a skilled fullstack web developer, I have always been drawn to the dynamic world of frontend development. It is, in my opinion, the most impressionable part of a website or an application.
The ability to create seamless, visually appealing and functional user interfaces is truly important. Although I have already mastered various tools, libraries and frameworks to achieve this, I wasn't always good at it.

My Motivation for Becoming a Frontend Developer

My journey into web development began with a deep curiosity about how computers work and how users interact with them. I started with writing JavaScript codes and after a while I developed a deep passion for writing code that runs on the browser.
Soon enough I was manipulating the DOM and then realised I would have to learn HTML and CSS 🥲.
Yeahh, they weren't as difficult as I thought them to be, in fact, I later realised that I got comfortable with the hard part first. 😅

From exploring modern libraries, frameworks and docs to building projects with great interfaces. It became what I loved to do most, making me constantly learn more on how I could perfect this skill I had developed.

How HNG Will Help Me Grow in the Field

Regardless of my current level of expertise, I see the HNG Internship as an invaluable experience.
The HNG Internship is known for its intensive, hands-on learning experience. It provides opportunities such as:

  • Real-World Projects & Collaboration

  • Mastering Advanced Front-End Technologies

  • Exposure to Industry Standards

  • Levelling up my Portfolio with Industry-Ready Projects

  • Networking and Career Growth

I particularly look forward to engaging with experts, receiving feedback, and positioning myself for recruiters that wish to Hire Web Developers or Hire React Developers

Conclusion

My journey in web development has been exciting, and front-end engineering remains a critical focus for me. While I have built a strong foundation in JavaScript, React, and modern front-end tools, I believe the HNG Internship will provide the structured learning, mentorship, and real-world exposure needed to take my skills to the next level. Through this program, I aim to refine my expertise, build industry-standard applications, and become a top-tier front-end developer ready to tackle complex challenges in the tech space.

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