Self-paced DFTW
Want to learn web development – really, really good?
Long story short, the goal of DFTW has always been to empower designers. True growth comes from within, and while we offer unique, in-depth, targeted, and high-quality resources, effective workshops, and truly personalized support, – we can’t force anyone to put in the work or commit the time.
Why?
We’ve run experiments of all sizes—small groups, larger gatherings, and everything in between—because we want to make a bigger impact. The truth is, most people won’t follow through unless they’re genuinely motivated. To reach our goal, we need to connect with many more of you who are ready to take charge of your own learning.
That’s why we’re launching this self-driven version of DFTW. It puts the ball in your court, giving you the chance to explore your passions and make the most of our resources. We offer various coaching options—personal, group, short-term, and long-term—to provide the support you need.
Ultimately, this journey is up to you. With this opportunity, we aim to build a larger network of designers who are skilled and motivated to make a real difference.
How
This isn’t just a course you watch and binge. It’s a course of action with milestones and feedback. You won’t move past a stage until your work is signed off and meets our standards. In a way, this serves as our own internal (unofficial) certification for the degree of experience and skill you need to be a successful designer.
You’ll either be able to do the work – or you won’t. The sooner you discover where you stand, the less likely you’ll be to waste your time and money on a hazy dream.
Initially, the program is open for everyone to join, but to be invited into the core community later on, you’ll need to complete all the workshops and projects to a satisfactory level of depth.
If you want to try it out, it will start at $199 a month and move up as we get more people, probably settling around $300 a month (with additional support options). You can see a list of various examples of what it includes in this Reddit post.
So, check out the self-paced program. It’s fun! (and it works). If you’re the type of person who really wants to learn this – and has the time and focus, it will be an incredible force multiplier.
On the other hand, if you’ve struggled with procrastination, tutorial purgatory, time management, or face challenges related to neurodiversity, this program is designed to guide you through those obstacles. It’s built to help you reframe your approach and overcome these challenges. Our curriculum and community are focused on empowering you to break through these barriers and achieve real progress.