The Only Coding Skills You Need to Build Something That Sells
Most people waste time learning too much code instead of focusing on what actually makes money. Learn the only skills you need to build apps, SaaS, and tools that sell—fast. Codefast cuts out the fluff so you can start earning sooner!
💡 But here’s the truth: You only need a handful of practical coding skills to build something that sells.
And that’s exactly what CodeFast teaches you—just the essentials to start building profitable apps, SaaS products, and digital tools in weeks (not years).
🚀 Let’s break down the only coding skills that actually matter if you want to build something people will pay for.
1. Frontend: The Basics You Need to Make Something Functional
Your app’s frontend is what people see and interact with—so it needs to be clean and simple.
But you don’t need to become a UI/UX expert or a pixel-perfect designer. Stick to the essentials.
🔹 The Only Frontend Skills You Need:
✅ HTML & CSS – Structure and styling (90% of SaaS apps don’t need fancy designs)
✅ JavaScript (Basics Only) – Make buttons, forms, and dynamic content work
✅ A Framework Like React or Vue (Optional) – If you want a smoother UI
🔥 Why This Matters: You don’t need to master UI/UX—just enough to make a simple, usable app that solves a problem.
🎯 Action Item: Build a simple webpage with a form that collects an email.
2. Backend: How to Make Your App Actually Work
Your backend is where the real magic happens—this is what makes your app more than just a pretty page.
But don’t waste time learning backend-heavy languages like Java or C++.
🔹 The Only Backend Skills You Need:
✅ A Simple Backend Language (Node.js, Python, or Firebase) – Handles app logic
✅ A Database (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Firebase Firestore) – Stores user data
✅ Authentication (OAuth, Firebase Auth, or Simple JWT) – Lets users sign up & log in
✅ APIs (Basic CRUD Operations) – Connects your frontend to your backend
🔥 Why This Matters: Most apps just need a simple backend to store user info and process transactions. You don’t need to reinvent the wheel.
🎯 Action Item: Build a simple backend that saves user sign-ups to a database.
3. Payments & Monetization: How to Make Money from Your Code
If your app isn’t making money, it’s just a hobby. The faster you set up monetization, the faster you get paid.
🔹 The Only Monetization Skills You Need:
✅ Stripe API or PayPal API – Accept payments online
✅ Basic Subscription Logic – Let users pay monthly/yearly
✅ In-App Purchases – If you want to offer premium features
🔥 Why This Matters:No revenue = No business. Monetization should be part of your app from day one.
🎯 Action Item: Set up a basic Stripe or PayPal payment system in an app.
4. Automation: Set It Up Once, Let It Run Forever
True passive income happens when your app runs without your daily input.
🔹 The Only Automation Skills You Need:
✅ Webhooks & Zapier – Automate user actions (e.g., send emails, add to databases)
✅ Basic AI/Chatbot Integration – Provide automated support or recommendations