Learn Vanilla JS

A vanilla JS roadmap, along with learning resources and project ideas to help you get started.

Vanilla JS is a term for coding with native JavaScript features and browser APIs instead of frameworks and libraries.

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Hi, I'm Chris Ferdinandi. 👋

I believe there’s a simpler, more resilient way to make things for the web.

I create vanilla JS pocket guides and video courses, run a project-based training program, and host the vanilla JS podcast. My developer tips newsletter is read by over 5,700 developers each weekday.

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