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Front-end developer: course with a job placement
Perfect for newbies
90%
of our students start with no technical background
Course updated in 2025
100%
industry-relevant curriculum built to meet employer expectations
5,500+ employed Mate academy grads
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Front-end developer: Salary
$2,200
+22%YoY salary growth. Source: DOU
What does a front-end developer do?
Everything you see on a website or in an app — interfaces, animations, responsive design, database connections — is brought to life by a front-end developer. They take designs and turn them into real, working code. If you're excited about building digital experiences, this course will help you go from zero to job-ready with hands-on projects, expert guidance, and a clear roadmap. You'll be able to start as a trainee or junior developer — and grow from there.
The skills tech companies are hiring for
This course is 80% hands-on — so you won't just learn front-end. You'll be ready to land a real dev job.
Mentorship from real Front-end engineers
Our mentors are working devs. They'll review your code, give you feedback, and help you figure things out.
Everything on one single platform
You'll get videos, practice tasks, and real projects — all designed to get you started as a trainee or junior front-end developer.
Here's what else you'll get on the front-end course:
Job referrals
Early access to junior front-end job openings
English lessons
The essential skills to ace interviews and succeed in tech
Job search tips
A resume and cover letters tailored to front-end roles
AI skills module
Practice using AI to break down tasks and write smarter code
Mock interviews
Interview training to help you land your first developer role
*You can buy English lessons separately.
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Which studying format suits you?
Weekdays, 9 am - 6 pm
In your free time
This might be your CV
Marta K.
Front-end developer
Skills
- Can read and write HTML5 and CSS3
- Know how to implement responsive design and frameworks
- Have experience with JavaScript and front-end frameworks (React, Angular)
- Proficient in using version control systems (Git)
- Understand how to optimize web performance
- Know how to ensure cross-browser compatibility
- Have experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous data fetching
- Bring strong problem-solving and communication skills
Technologies
90%
of Mate grads entered the tech field for the first time
Mate grads cases
Build your portfolio while you learn
Created a brigade info page with responsive design, fast performance, and smooth navigation.
A Front-End course graduate created a mascot for DOU Stream #10 with Monobank integration, triggering real-time animations during donations.
Implemented tile-merging logic, score calculation, and progress saving — with smooth animations, keyboard support, and mobile swipe controls.
What's covered
Course roadmap
Get Started
4 topics
Learn how studying at Mate academy is organized: how the platform works, how interaction with mentors is structured, what the program includes, and get tips on how to study effectively and manage your time.
Topics
- How Education Process Works
- How the Platform Works
- How to Study Effectively
- How Employment Process Works
JavaScript Basics
14 topics
Discover the programming language best suited for beginners. We'll kick off with strings, functions, conditionals, loops, arrays and a few more!
Topics
- Introduction
- Your First JavaScript Program
- Main Concepts
- Numbers
- Strings
- Boolean
- Functions
- Conditional Statements
- Arrays
- Loops
- String Iteration
- Strings Methods
- Working With Arrays
- Practice
Course Fundamentals
1 topic
This module contains information, tips, and assignments that will help you study more effectively in the course and, in the long run, get a job in a better company with a higher salary.
Topics
- How to Learn Effectively
GenAI Essentials
6 topics
Learn how to use GenAI responsibly and effectively.
Topics
- How GenAI Works
- Limitations of GenAI
- Prompting
- Responsible Use
- GenAI for Learning and Work
- How to Keep Up With AI
HTML + CSS Basics
16 topics
Next up: introduction to HTML and CSS. Find your way around fonts, semantics, responsiveness, selectors and specificity, media queries, links, and forms.
Topics
- Environment Setup
- HTML Basics
- CSS Basics
- Colors and Fonts
- Box Model Basics
- Semantic Basics
- Responsiveness Basics
- CSS Selectors
- Pseudo-Elements and Pseudo-Classes
- Specificity
- Links and URLs
- Images
- Media Queries
- Forms
- Position
- Extra Topics
Git and Terminal
5 topics
Terminal is an important tool for any developer, so it's high time for you to exercise basic commands! You'll start using a Git version control system, too.
Topics
- Environment Setup
- Command Line Basics
- Git Basics
- Working With Branches
- Working With Remote Repo (GitHub)
JavaScript Basics Extended
10 topics
On the basics stage we omitted a fascinating, but demanding concept: objects. We'll introduce you to them now, though not only — JavaScript still has a few aces up its sleeve!
Topics
- Code Style
- Working With Numbers
- Loops in Details
- Working With Strings
- Functions Revisited
- Switch
- Type Conversion
- Logical Operators
- Object Basics
- Extended Extra
HTML + CSS Advanced
9 topics
Back at HTML and CSS already, now to explore flexboxes, BEM, Sass, grids, and events. Once done, you'll code your very own landing page.
Topics
- Environment Setup
- Figma Installation
- Flexbox
- BEM
- Sass
- Transformations and Animations
- Grid
- Document and Events
- Landing [Portfolio Project]
JavaScript Advanced
13 topics
Having mastered the fundamentals, we're free to take on the advanced issues. So, brace yourself for methods, closures, prototypes, constructors, classes, and... something extra.
Topics
- How to Solve Tasks on Github
- Object Advanced
- Methods
- Array Methods
- Callbacks
- Array Iteration Methods Implementation
- Array Iteration Methods Usage
- Array Iteration Methods Test
- Closures
- JS Practice
- Prototype
- Constructors
- Classes
DOM, Events, Promises
5 topics
In this module, you will learn how to manage a page using JavaScript, as well as about asynchrony in JavaScript.
Topics
- DOM Basics
- DOM Styling and Sizing
- Events
- Promises
- Portfolio Project
Communication and Stress Management
7 topics
This module is designed to enhance your communication skills and overall soft skills. You’ll learn how to communicate effectively, feel confident during job interviews and public speaking, master techniques to manage stress, and much more. The best part? The module includes 28 practical tasks that will significantly boost your skills and help you see noticeable progress.
Topics
- Introduction to Communication & Stress Management
- Confidence Building and Stress Management
- Diction, Filler Words Reduction, and Body Language
- Public Speaking
- Job Interview
- Written Communication
- Social Media Communication Skills Development
React
7 topics
Chooo chooo, next station: component-based development, and one of the most popular library in the front-end realm, React. We'll learn how to combine it with TypeScript, too!
Topics
- Introduction
- Props
- Rendering Lists
- Handling Events
- List Manipulation
- Lifting State Up
- Updating State
TypeScript Basics
6 topics
In professional terms: TypeScript is a JavaScript superset. In human terms: it's JavaScript modified for more versatility and comfort. We'll go through, i.a., object types and classes.
Topics
- Introduction
- Basic Types
- Advanced Types
- Object Types
- Classes
- Generic Types
React with TypeScript
11 topics
Get acquainted with the magic of TypeScript in React.
Topics
- Introduction
- Forms
- Advanced Hooks
- Component Lifecycle
- Custom Hooks
- Loading Data From API
- Updating Data on Server
- State Management
- React Router
- Working With URLSearchParams
- Portfolio
Redux
3 topics
If JavaScript with React and TypeScript already feel like a small Lego set, good news! There's a fourth brick to play with, a library, Redux, helpful in app state management. Let's take a look 👀
Topics
- Main Concepts
- React Redux
- Async Redux
How the Web Works
6 topics
We interact with the Internet day by day, and yet, few know how it all works. If you don't, either — we've got your back. We'll explore the OSI model, HTTP, encryption, APIs and security issues.
Topics
- Introduction to the Web
- OSI Model
- HTTP
- API Interface
- Encryption
- Security in the Web
Team Project
7 topics
In 4 weeks, you will create a product from scratch in teams with colleagues from other areas, following Scrum methodology, and present the results to your mates. In the end, you will have another project to add to your resume and gain invaluable real-world experience.
Topics
- Week 0: Team Project. Intro
- Week 1: Jira Environment
- Week 2: Status Check
- Week 3: Estimates
- Week 4: How to Demo Your Work
- Final Week: Retrospective
- Team Project for Employment
Building Portfolio
1 topic
Tech interviews require a thorough preparation, so at this stage we'll revise material introduced hitherto and fill in any gaps.
Topics
- Final Portfolio Review
Employment
9 topics
Ready to enter the tech market? Well... we'll get you ready — with a great resume, cover letter, a LinkedIn profile and mock interviews. Recruiters are in for a true discovery!
Topics
- Employment Roadmap
- Preparing Your Resume
- Interview Preparation
- Cover Letter Preparation
- Google, LinkedIn, DOU, Djinni
- How to Find and Apply for Vacancies
- Job Search Tips: Talking to Recruiters
- Work details FAQ
- MilTech
Vue.js
10 topics
Learning by doing is our favorite technique here, and this module is no exception. You'll learn the Vue.js framework by using it to build a ToDo App. How cool is that?!
Topics
- Introduction
- Templates
- State Management
- Forms
- Computed Values
- Components
- Interaction With Page Elements
- Interaction With the Server
- Error Handling
- TodoApp with Vue.js
Angular
1 topic
Angular is a JS framework used mostly to create scalable, sing-page web apps. We'll learn how to use it, beginning with forms through components, observables, state management, and more.
Topics
- Angular Basics
Algorithms and Data Structure
11 topics
Don't go running just yet, algorithms simply need some taming. Data structures, too: we'll take on arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, hash maps and sets... among other things.
Topics
- Module Overview
- Algorithms complexity
- Arrays
- Binary search
- Two pointers
- Linked lists
- Stack
- Queue
- Trees
- Binary search tree
- Priority queue
Object Oriented Programming
2 topics
Object-oriented programming is a concept fundamental to many programming languages, most notably: Java, Python, JavaScript and C++. So — let's acquire a good understanding thereof.
Topics
- Basic Principles
- SOLID Principles
JavaScript Testing
6 topics
Every code has to be tested, and the more code there is, the more test volume there is. Unless we automate it! And we'll happily teach you to do so.
Topics
- Introduction to Javascript Automated Testing
- Unit Testing
- TDD Basics
- Mock Basics
- Advanced Mocks
- Cypress
Career Development
9 topics
Module that will help you confidently pass your probation period, develop a professional development plan, prepare for performance reviews, and learn how to record your achievements. It provides practical tools for conscious career growth and preparation for new opportunities.
Topics
- Succeeding in Your Trial Period
- Personal Development Plan (PDP)
- Performance and Salary Reviews
- CV and LinkedIn Profile
- Cover Letter Preparation
- Interview Preparation
- DOU, Djinni
- How to Find and Apply for Vacancies
- Job Search Tips: Talking to Recruiters
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Topics
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Projects
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Faq
Got questions? We’ve got answers
What's the difference between the full-time and flexible formats of the Front-end course?
Full-time format – best if you want to dive in and learn fast:
Online classes from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Regular webinars, Q&A sessions, and practical assignments
Daily mentor support and active group communication
Not a fit if you're also working or studying
Flexible format – for those who want to become a developer at their own pace:
Study when it works for you — in the morning, after work, whenever
Mentors, group chat, and Q&A support included
Lifetime access to the platform and materials
Easy to combine with work, freelancing, or school
In both formats, you get:
Real-world practice, case studies, and portfolio-ready projects
A certificate to boost your LinkedIn or resume
Career support to help you land a job in tech
Opportunities to find work in Kyiv, Lviv, or fully remote across Ukraine
Will I get a certificate after the Front-end course?
Yes! Once you complete the course, you'll get a certificate that confirms your skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, responsive design, and framework basics. It's a great asset for your resume, LinkedIn profile, or job interviews — and many of our grads have already used theirs to land trainee or junior IT roles.
Still not sure if Front-end is right for you?
That's totally okay — doubt is part of the process. If you're just starting to explore a career in development, book a free consultation. We'll explain how the course works, what a front-end developer actually does, what the learning roadmap looks like, and what kind of job/salary to expect — in Ukraine or even abroad.
Do I need math or a tech background to become a front-end developer?
Nope. You don't need a tech degree or strong math skills to get started. Most students come from all kinds of backgrounds, and 9 out of 10 start from scratch.
We'll teach you everything step by step:
How HTML, CSS, and JavaScript work
The basics of logic, Git, and responsive layouts
Core UI/UX principles and teamwork
All taught in a practical way with a job guarantee
How do I apply for the Front-end course? Are there age limits?
It's super easy to apply — just submit your application, and next steps depend on the format you choose:
Full-time format:
Take a logic test
Do a short interview with us
Start learning online in a few days
You can apply from age 16 (with parental consent)
Flexible format:
A manager will contact you after you apply
You'll get all the details about the course and price
Start right after payment, at your own pace
You can apply from age 15 (The job guarantee applies if you're legally allowed to work by the end of the course)
Why are you so sure I'll get a Front-end job after the course?
Because we've been helping people with no experience break into IT for over 11 years. This course was built to prepare you for your very first developer job — from the ground up.
Here's what makes it work:
80% hands-on learning: build pages, write JavaScript, use Git, and complete real-world projects
A curriculum that evolves with the job market
Front-end mentors who check your work, give feedback, and answer your questions
Career support to help you:
Craft a strong developer resume
Improve your LinkedIn profile
Prepare for technical interviews
And it works: 80% of Mate grads land junior developer roles within a few months of finishing the course.
How does the money-back guarantee work for the Front-end course?
We're confident in the results you'll get. That's why our rule is: no results — no payment.
Full-time format:
Learn for free — no upfront payment
Start paying 12% of your salary only after you get hired as a front-end dev (or similar role)
Don't get hired? You pay nothing
Flexible format:
Finish the course and job hunt actively with our help for 16 weeks
Don't get a single offer? We'll refund the full course price
It's your financial safety net — a guarantee that your investment in learning will pay off.
What's a typical day like in the full-time front-end course?
This format is perfect if you want to fully commit and start working in tech within a few months.
You'll study online Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Each day is structured to build real skills and keep you on track.
Here's what your day might look like:
09:00–10:00 — hands-on practice
10:00–11:30 — live mentor session
11:30–12:30 — lunch break
12:30–14:00 — case-based assignments
14:00–14:30 — Q&A + feedback
14:30–17:00 — project work or solo tasks
17:00–18:00 — review, wrap-up, and extra tips
If you want to transition into tech fast and land your first junior front-end dev job — this is for you.
Will I only be able to work as a Front-end Developer after the course?
You can work as Front-end developer, Front-end (Angular) developer, Front-end (HTML, CSS, JS) developer, Vue developer, React developer, or React Native developer.
What will I be able to do after completing the Front-End courses?
Our Front-End course contains more than 25 different modules for you to develop hard and soft skills. What you will learn: work with JavaScript syntax; effectively use GenAI; work with HTML and CSS languages; communicate in the team and with customers; use the Redux library, etc. The Frontend Developer course will help you build a professional portfolio and prepare for employment.
Why are online Front-End Developer courses better than self-study?
Our Front-End Developer course has a clear learning structure, so you learn the material gradually, without chaos and gaps. During training, you receive feedback from experienced mentors and work on mistakes. Also, our Frontend course involves communication with fellow students in chat or video calls: you can exchange experience and motivate each other.
How to master the profession of Front-End Developer from scratch?
To learn Front-End from scratch, you need to start from the base: JavaScript, HTML and CSS are the basis of a modern website. Next, you move on to frameworks, get acquainted with version control systems. Our Front-End course is designed so that you gradually move from simple to complex topics. During training, you need to create your own projects and work on real cases - this will consolidate knowledge and skills. Equally important is the support of mentors and a community of like-minded people. You will get all this in Mate academy courses.
What kind of computer should be for training in the Frontend online course?
To complete the online Front-End course, it is important to have a computer or laptop with adequate performance. A processor of at least Intel Core i5, 8 GB of RAM, an SSD drive and stable Internet access are enough for learning.
Advantages of the Frontend developer profession
Frontend courses are your ticket to the world of sought-after and promising professions. Such developers are needed in almost every field of IT. The demand for these specialists is constantly growing both in Ukraine and abroad. In Ukraine, the average salary for beginners who have completed the Front-end online course will be about $1,000. With experience, it can grow to $3000-4000 or more. A significant part of the vacancies involve work in a remote format and the possibility of building a flexible schedule. Frontend developer courses will help you get a profession that allows you to work in a convenient mode and with pleasure. Interesting projects await: websites, social networks, applications, online stores — there are many options.
Career prospects after the frontend course
After completing the front-end course, you will be able to work as a Junior Front-end Developer. In 6-18 months of active practice, you can grow to the Middle level, and in a few more years to the Senior level. Depending on your skills and interests, you can choose a technical specialization, a management role or a design direction - there is a place for everyone in the frontend. Front End developers, if desired, have the opportunity to switch to related areas of development: Fullstack, Tech Lead, UX/UI.
Who are Front-end online courses suitable for?
To take Front-end courses, you need a computer, free time and a desire to develop. For beginners Frontend online courses provide the necessary base of knowledge and skills, even if there is no experience in IT. To students Our front-end, employable courses give you the opportunity to start a successful career even before you graduate. For those who want to change their profession You can take the frontend course in a flexible format, combining your studies with your current work. Designers who want to expand their skills If you work with visual content and want to deepen your knowledge in development, our Frontend Developer course will help with this. IT specialists Our Front-end course contains useful and interesting knowledge even for experienced professionals. Entrepreneurs Business owners and startups can get the opportunity to create professional websites themselves.
How is training on the Front-End Developer course?
You can take the Front-End course in two formats: free with a full training day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or paid with a flexible class schedule. Adjust the course to your life, not the other way around. The Front-End Developer course includes: development of skills on real projects — 80% of all training; studying theory during webinars and lectures — 20% of the course; communication with the community of classmates; individual feedback from mentors and work on mistakes; preparation of a resume, portfolio and assistance in employment. Our Frontend course can be a decisive step towards mastering the profession of your dreams.