How To Learn JavaScript
In this article, we'll discover what JavaScript is, what it's used for, and recommend some courses to help you start your JS learning journey.
Hello, I'm Jemima Abu
I'm an award-winning self-taught Front End Developer, Google Developer Expert, Microsoft MVP and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies.
I've been building websites since 2017 with a focus on responsive design, accessibility and pleasing aesthetics.
I've spoken at multiple international conferences on a variety of topics ranging from web accessibility to career development.
I also write articles and I have my works published on Medium, Hashnode, freeCodeCamp, CSSTricks and Envato Tuts.
Featured Talks
I like to speak at tech conferences on a variety of topics ranging from web accessibility to career development. Here are videos from my past talks:
Accessible.JS
CityJS Conf 2020
Understanding Accessibility as a Concept
CascadiaJS 2020
State Management for React Applications
React Live Conference Online
Redux Middleware for React Applications
84th Devclub.lv
Defining A Career Path in Technology
Women Tech Network
React Components and How To Style Them
React Summit 2020
Featured Articles
I write the type of articles I would want to read when trying to understand a new concept or develop a skill. Here are some things I've written recently:
I Helped 6 Developers Set Up Their Portfolio Website. Here's What I Learned.
In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know about setting up your portfolio site - from choosing a domain name to deploying the site online.
Handling Scroll Based Animation With Vanilla JavaScript
In this article, we'll explore how to implement a scroll-based styling on a page using native methods in vanilla JavaScript and CSS and how to optimize these methods for accessibility and performance.
Featured Awards
These are some awards I've won or been nominated for:
Women in Software Powerlist Winner
Makers Women In Software Awards 2024
Women in Tech Community Award Nominee
WomenTechNetwork Global Awards 2024
TechWomen100 Individual Shortlist
WeAreTechWomen TechWomen100 2024