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Java Backend Job Roadmap

The document outlines a roadmap for achieving 100% job readiness as a part-time Java back-end developer over 14 weeks. It includes four phases: learning core Java and Git, building a back-end app with Spring Boot, deploying the app and creating a portfolio, and gaining real-world experience through freelancing. Success criteria and job application strategies are also provided to enhance the chances of securing a position.

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Java Backend Job Roadmap

The document outlines a roadmap for achieving 100% job readiness as a part-time Java back-end developer over 14 weeks. It includes four phases: learning core Java and Git, building a back-end app with Spring Boot, deploying the app and creating a portfolio, and gaining real-world experience through freelancing. Success criteria and job application strategies are also provided to enhance the chances of securing a position.

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Roadmap to 100% Job Readiness: Part-

Time Java Back-End Developer


Goal: Secure a part-time back-end Java developer position and keep it.

Phase 1: Core Java + Git (Weeks 1–3)


Goal: Learn Java fundamentals and version control

 ☐ Learn Java basics: variables, loops, methods, arrays, OOP


 ☐ Practice with small console apps (calculator, to-do list, text-based game)
 ☐ Learn Git and GitHub: commit, push, branch, clone
 ☐ Build 1 small project repo using Git

Tools: Java All-in-One For Dummies, IntelliJ IDEA, JetBrains Academy, W3Schools Java

Phase 2: Java Back-End Foundations (Weeks 4–6)


Goal: Build your first back-end app using a modern framework

 ☐ Learn Spring Boot (REST, controllers, services, annotations)


 ☐ Build a REST API (e.g., contacts list, book library, or student DB)
 ☐ Connect to a local H2 or PostgreSQL database
 ☐ Understand CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
 ☐ Learn how to test APIs using Postman or curl

Tools: Spring Initializr, Spring Boot Docs, PostgreSQL or H2, Postman

Phase 3: Deployment + Portfolio (Weeks 7–8)


Goal: Show you can build, deploy, and maintain a working app

 ☐ Learn how to use Maven/Gradle


 ☐ Host your app on Render, Railway, or Heroku
 ☐ Create a README.md with screenshots, usage, and API docs
 ☐ Build a GitHub portfolio with at least 2 good projects
 ☐ Build a resume + cover letter tailored for back-end roles

Phase 4: Freelance + Real-World Practice (Weeks 9–12)


Goal: Get your first paid work or internship—build a track record

 ☐ Apply to local small businesses needing automation/web help


 ☐ Look on Upwork, Freelancer, Craigslist
 ☐ Offer free or cheap work to 1–2 clients in exchange for a testimonial
 ☐ Document everything you do (blog, README, LinkedIn post)

Success Criteria
Milestone Status

Java OOP fluency ☐ Required

Spring Boot API built ☐ Required

GitHub portfolio (2+ projects) ☐ Required

App deployed online ☐ Strongly Recommended

Resume and GitHub ready ☐ Required

Real-world project or client ☐ Makes job offer likely

Job Application Strategy (Weeks 10–14)


• Filter job boards for “part-time,” “junior,” or “contract” roles

• Apply to 10–20 jobs/week

• Follow up personally on at least 3/week

• Be ready for a short coding test or project

Optional Boosters
 ☐ Learn Docker basics for deployment
 ☐ Add JWT authentication to one of your APIs
 ☐ Pair with someone for mock interviews
 ☐ Post regularly on LinkedIn about your journey

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