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Master the Pathfinding Algorithms with JavaScript and React

Enhance your JavaScript and React skills, build a portfolio project, and understand the pathfinding algorithms on a deeper level in this project-based course!

2.5 hours 0 projects 26 + lessons

Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot

Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot

4 Days

Average time students take to complete this course.

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Taught by: Tuomas Kivioja
Last updated: April 2026
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What you'll learn

  • Create a project that is fun and highly valuable for tech interviews
  • How to develop a dynamic web application using JavaScript and React
  • The fundamentals of React, focusing on its application in creating interactive web elements
  • A deep dive into two critical computer science algorithms: depth-first search (DFS) and breadth-first search (BFS), and their applications in solving complex problems
  • Practical experience in implementing data structures and algorithms within a web development context, enhancing both coding and problem-solving skills
  • Build a JavaScript project that will be a conversation piece during your interviews

Why Is This JavaScript Project Awesome?

Because it's the perfect opportunity to kill two birds with one stone: you'll get to build a fun and interesting portfolio project that will help you practice your JavaScript and React skills, while at the same time gaining a deeper understanding of the data structures and algorithms needed for tech interviews.

(Note: no birds were harmed in the making of this course!)

This is your playground to explore, learn, and create something truly impressive.

If you're ready to take this awesome (and rewarding) JavaScript project idea and make it real, then let's get started!

Wait... What's a Project?

One of the most common things we hear from students is: "I want to build more projects!"

We love hearing that, because building projects is really the best way to learn. And unique, challenging projects can really make your portfolio stand out for potential employers.

But also...it just feel so good when you actually build something real!

That's why we've created ZTM Projects. A collection of comprehensive portfolio and practice projects that you can use to advance your knowledge, learn new skills, build your portfolio, and sometimes even just have fun!

What Else Should I Know?

By becoming a ZTM member you'll not only get access to all our courses, bytes, and projects.

But you’ll also get to join our exclusive live online community classroom to learn alongside thousands of students, alumni, mentors, TAs and Instructors.

Most importantly, you'll be learning from an industry professional (Tuomas) that has actual real-world experience using JavaScript and React to build projects. He teaches you the exact strategies and techniques he uses in his role.

Finally, as with all ZTM courses, this course is a living thing. It will be constantly updated as the landscape changes so you can use it as your go-to resource for building JavaScript project ideas now and throughout your career.

Join 1,000s of Zero To Mastery graduates that have gotten hired and are now working at companies like Google, Tesla, Amazon, Apple, IBM, JP Morgan, Facebook, Shopify + other top tech companies.

They come from all different backgrounds, ages, and experiences. Many even started as complete beginners.

So there's no reason it can't be you too.

And you have nothing to lose. Because you can start learning right now and if this course isn't everything you expected, we'll refund you 100% within 30 days. No hassles and no questions asked.

Who You Will Learn With

You're getting more than just a course

Our instructors, TAs, Mentors, Alumni, and fellow students go above and beyond to help guide you and ensure you're on the right path to achieve your goals. Our private ZTM Discord server is a key factor in taking your skills, confidence and career to the next level.

Course curriculum

Here's an overview of what you'll learn in this JavaScript project.

6 sections26 lessons2.5 hours total length

Introduction

5 lectures · 5min
5 lectures · 5min

Introduction·2:28

2:28
PREVIEW

Project Demo·3:27

3:27
PREVIEW

Exercise: Meet Your Classmates and Instructor

PREVIEW

Course Resources

BEGIN

Set Your Learning Streak Goal

PREVIEW

Understanding the Pathfinding Algorithms

4 lectures · 20min
4 lectures · 20min

Building the React Frontend

8 lectures · 1hr
8 lectures · 1hr

Applying Pathfinding Algorithms

5 lectures · 37min
5 lectures · 37min

Combining the Algorithms with the Maze

4 lectures · 25min
4 lectures · 25min

Where To Go From Here?

1 lecture
1 lecture

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You're struggling to make progress using free tutorials that aren't giving you the structure or clear path to achieving your goals.
You don't want to learn alone. You want personalized feedback, support, and motivation from instructors and mentors and want to be part of a supportive community of like-minded individuals.
You want to learn by doing. You're excited to embrace the struggle of making mistakes that comes with building fun real-world projects you'll be proud of.
You're sick of outdated & boring tutorials. We pride ourselves on having the most up-to-date (and fun!) courses in the industry so that you're not wasting your time and only learning what matters right now.
You can't afford to spend $8,000+ on over priced bootcamps and colleges. We got you. We'll help you go from zero to hired for less than the cost of a cup of coffee a day.

We're not for you if:

You're just going to watch the lessons and take no action. Our courses are all about getting your hands dirty with exercises and putting what you're learning into action by building fun and impressive real-world projects.
You're not ready to invest in yourself or just looking for the cheapest way to learn. If that's you, no problem, use our free Learn to Code + AI & Get Hired guide.
You don't think fundamentals matter anymore because AI can do everything for you. Understanding the fundamentals and how things really work will always be important.
You think AI is going to replace you and think there's nothing you can do about it. Well... if you keep wasting time not learning AI tools & skills, you're probably right. Or you embrace them, and 2x your productivity (and probably income too!).

Meet your instructor

Your instructor (Tuomas) isn't just an expert with years of real-world professional experience. He has been in your shoes. He makes learning fun. He makes complex topics feel simple. He will motivate you. He will push you. And he will go above and beyond to help you succeed.

Tuomas Kivioja

Hi, I'm Tuomas Kivioja!

Tuomas uses his years of experience and experience as a self-taught engineer to help students learn new skills, grow their career, and land their dream job!

SEE MY BIO & COURSES

Tuomas Kivioja

Fullstack Software Engineer

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

  • Basic knowledge of Javascript is required. Don't have that? Take the Complete Web Developer course now!
  • Basic knowledge of React is recommended, but not required as this project will get you up to speed!

Do you provide a certificate of completion?

We definitely do and they are quite nice. You will also be able to add Zero To Mastery Academy to the education section of your LinkedIn profile as well.

Are there subtitles?

Yes! We have high quality subtitles in 6 different languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, and Hindi.

You can even adjust the text size, color, background and more so that the subtitles are perfect just for you!

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