Tool overview
Overview
FreeCodeCamp is a popular open-source platform that helps people learn to code for free, from absolute beginners to aspiring professionals. It offers a full curriculum covering responsive web design, JavaScript algorithms and data structures, front-end development libraries, data visualization, relational and non-relational databases, APIs, quality assurance, information security, data science with Python, and more. Lessons are interactive, browser-based, and project-driven, allowing learners to build real-world applications as they progress. The platform is community-powered, with a large global network of learners, volunteers, and contributors. FreeCodeCamp also provides thousands of in-depth tutorials, articles, and video courses that cover both foundational concepts and advanced topics. As learners complete projects and pass certification requirements, they can earn verified certificates that showcase their skills to employers. Whether you want to switch careers into software development, strengthen technical skills for your current job, or simply understand how code works, FreeCodeCamp offers a structured, self-paced path. The platform emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, problem solving, and portfolio-building, helping you gain the confidence and experience required for real-world development roles. With no hidden fees or paywalls, FreeCodeCamp makes high-quality coding education accessible to anyone with an internet connection.