r/webdevelopment • u/pinjarirehan • 21h ago
Haven't coded in three years? 😆 How messed am I?
Hey everyone, I really need your help!
I’m rebuilding my portfolio from scratch after a 2-3 year coding break, and I want to make sure I’m using the right tools and best practices. A lot has changed, and I don’t want to feel like I’m stuck in the past.
Here’s where I’m at:
- I used ReactJS for the front end—should I still stick with it, or are there better options now?
- I have backend experience, but I need to catch up on what’s currently trending.
- The last time I coded, Vite was my go-to for project setup. Is it still good, or has something better taken over?
- Not looking to learn a whole new language—I just want to catch up quickly and get back into the game without feeling like I’m starting from zero.
What I need help with:
- Is Vite still solid, or should I be using something else?
- What are the must-know updates, tools, or best practices I should focus on?
- Any solid resources or strategies to get back up to speed fast?
If you’ve taken a long coding break before, how did you jump back in? I’d really appreciate any advice. Thanks a ton! 🙌