Software Development Roadmap (SaaS, Server, Standalone)
Stage 0: Setup Your Dev Environment (1-2 Days)
- Install VS Code, Git, GitHub, Node.js, Python, and XAMPP.
- Set up a GitHub account for version control and collaboration.
Stage 1: Learn Programming & CS Basics (2-4 Weeks)
- Choose JavaScript or Python.
- Learn variables, loops, functions, arrays/objects, classes.
- Practice basic coding daily.
- Optionally take CS50 for a deeper foundation.
Stage 2: Version Control & GitHub (1 Week)
- Learn Git basics: init, commit, push, pull.
- Understand branches and collaboration via GitHub.
- Use GitHub for all your projects.
Stage 3: Frontend Web Development (3-4 Weeks)
- Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
- Build simple UI with layout and interactivity.
- Learn React (components, hooks, state management).
- Build mini projects like Todo App or Weather App.
Stage 4: Backend + API Development (3-4 Weeks)
- Learn backend with Node.js/Express or Django.
- Understand routing, CRUD, middleware.
- Create REST APIs and connect with frontend.
Stage 5: Databases (2 Weeks)
- Learn MySQL/PostgreSQL (Relational) and MongoDB (NoSQL).
- Learn basic SQL: SELECT, JOIN, etc.
- Practice data modeling for real apps.
Stage 6: Full-Stack Development (4-6 Weeks)
- Connect frontend + backend.
- Add authentication (JWT/Firebase).
- Learn deployment (Netlify/Vercel/Heroku).
- Create a complete project (e.g., blog or task manager).
Software Development Roadmap (SaaS, Server, Standalone)
Stage 7: SaaS-Specific Features (4 Weeks)
- Add multi-tenancy, Stripe payments, user roles.
- Implement real-time features (email, notifications).
- Build admin dashboard and analytics.
Stage 8: Standalone App Development (2-3 Weeks)
- Use Electron.js or Python (Tkinter/PyQt).
- Build desktop apps like note managers or expense trackers.
- Explore packaging for cross-platform delivery.
Stage 9: Server & DevOps Basics (2-3 Weeks)
- Learn Linux basics, server setup (Apache/Nginx).
- Understand Docker, Docker Compose.
- Practice CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions or similar tools.
Final Stage: Build Projects + Portfolio
- Build and deploy real projects (SaaS CRM, Desktop App, REST API).
- Host your portfolio with projects and blogs.
- Start freelancing or apply for jobs!