Want to be a top developer? You should build things. Here’s another list to get you started

Some challenging, yet fun ideas to build

“A bright blue neon on a wall reads “Work harder”” by Jordan Whitfield on Unsplash

Due to high demand, I’m extending the list of fun apps to build.

Here’s the initial post. Feel free to post your applications in the comments or on Twitter.

Everyone knows that skill is acquired by hard work mixed with passion. In order to become good at something, one must put in the effort.

Nothing good comes easy. If it’s hard, it’s worth doing. Most of us are excited to code but frequently lack ideas. Allow me to present some challenging, yet fun ideas to build.

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Without further ado, let’s jump in!

Project #1: GraphQL powered Node.js Backend

GraphQL and Graphiql frontend

GraphQL has revolutionized the way we send and receive data. It’s absolutely worth your time to check it out.

Specifications:

• Setup a Node.js express server with MongoDB and graphQL.
• Ability to create, read, update, delete (CRUD) data.
• Fetch data from a simple front-end.

Here’s a detailed tutorial I wrote on the subject, enjoy:

How to set-up a powerful API with Nodejs, GraphQL, MongoDB, Hapi, and Swagger

Node, React and GraphQL from zero to hero tutorial.

Project #2: Terminal app