Web Surfing Studios (WSS) offers free professional training for new and junior engineers, led by an experienced senior engineer. Participants gain hands-on experience by building real applications and websites, enhancing their skills while creating strong resumes and portfolios. Collaboration on group projects fosters teamwork and provides practical knowledge of industry-standard technologies and processes. This unique combination of expert guidance and real-world experience prepares engineers to excel in the tech industry.
Web Surfing Studios serves as a hobby by our program lead, serving as a platform to build exciting projects, collaborate with talented individuals, and tackle technical challenges together as a team. While there may not be any monetary benefit for members or our lead, the resume boost, collaborative experience, and technical achievements have proven invaluable for many members as they advance into their official careers.
The WSS Junior Developer Program requires a medium to long-term commitment. Although the program is free, it follows industry-standard practices and focuses on developing real, non-monetized websites and applications. If you’re eager to grow as a software engineer and can dedicate time each week, this program will help you advance your skills significantly.
Self-paced learning over 2–3 months using pre-recorded lectures and hands-on activities. Participants will gain a strong understanding of the WSS tech stack, best practices, and the development process, building a solid foundation for future phases. By the end of this phase, members will be able to create fully functional, data-driven websites and collaborate using standard industry practices, preparing them to contribute to group projects in Phase 2. Although self-paced, participants will join our developer community from the start, with access to mentorship and active community chats and meetings.
Participants collaborate in teams to work on live community projects, applying their skills and gaining hands-on experience. This phase is flexible, allowing participants to progress at their own pace, and typically lasts a few months due to the breadth of material covered. The primary goal is to create and launch a fully functional website. Along the way, participants will acquire valuable skills, including proficiency in various AWS services, DevOps practices, site deployment, and foundational yet essential software concepts. Once participants are proficient in these skills, they’ll be eligible to take on larger projects in Phase 3.
Building on Phase 2, participants delve into advanced topics such as cloud computing, microservice architecture, and large-scale system design, equipping them to tackle complex challenges in the tech industry. The focus of this phase is mastering the principles of designing robust, scalable systems capable of handling thousands or even millions of simultaneous users while maintaining performance and reliability.
Participants will need to dedicate 5–10 hours per week, with a minimum of 12–15 hours per month. This includes weekly assignments, a 30-minute team meeting, and a 30-minute one-on-one session with the program lead. Active participation is crucial as the program involves costs for licenses and infrastructure, which is covered by the program leadership.
Consistent weekly effort is essential, as each assignment builds on the last. Minimal participation limits the program’s benefits. Committing time and effort ensures you maximize what you gain from the experience.
For questions or clarification, feel free to reach out. Thank you for considering this opportunity!