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How to become a Web Developer in South Africa

Builds websites, web applications and ecommerce experiences for businesses and product teams.

Step-by-step path

STEP 1
Education
Computer Science, diploma, bootcamp or portfolio route
1–6 yrs
STEP 2
Entry job
First role: Junior Web Developer
0–2 yrs
STEP 3
Mid-level growth
Move into: Web Developer
3–6 yrs
STEP 4
Senior transition
Reach: Senior Web Developer
7+ yrs

Time estimate

Total typical time to senior level

~ 7–10 years

Education computer science, diploma, bootcamp or portfolio route, then practical experience.

Salary growth timeline

Year 1

R24 000

/month

Year 5

R50 000

/month

Year 10

R80 000

/month

Required skills by stage

FOUNDATIONAL

JavaScript / TypeScriptHigh
ReactHigh

MID-CAREER

ReactHigh
HTML / CSSHigh

SENIOR

HTML / CSSHigh
API integrationMedium

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