Developer Path ยท Built by Microsoft FTEs
Learn to Code.
Break into Big Tech.
You don’t need a CS degree to become a developer. Thousands of Commerce & Arts graduates have made this switch. We’ve mapped the exact path โ from your first Python line to your first IT offer.
โน8โ24 LPA
Dev Salaries in India
# Your IT career starts here ๐
def break_into_it(background):
skills = [
“Python”, “Azure”,
“SQL”, “Git”
]
roadmap = ITCareerBridge()
months = 6
return “Dream IT Job”
result = break_into_it(
“B.Com Graduate”
)
print(result) # “Dream IT Job”
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The Path
Your 6-Step Developer Roadmap
Follow these steps in order. Skip none. Most students go from zero to job-offer in 5โ8 months.
1
Week 1โ2 ยท Foundation
Set Up Your Developer Environment
Install VS Code, Python, Git, and GitHub. Create your first repository. Understand how developers actually work day-to-day. This step is free and takes 2 weeks max.
VS CodePythonGitGitHub
โฑ 2 weeks ยท ๐ Free tools
2
Month 1โ2 ยท Core Skills
Learn Python (The Right Way)
Python is the most beginner-friendly language and opens the most doors โ data, automation, web, AI. Complete the recommended Udemy Python course and build 2 small projects.
PythonFunctionsOOPFile I/OAPIs
โฑ 6โ8 weeks ยท Udemy course recommended
3
Month 2โ3 ยท Web Fundamentals
HTML, CSS & JavaScript Basics
Every developer needs to understand how the web works. Build simple web pages, understand DOM, and create your first interactive site. You’ll use these skills in every future role.
HTML5CSS3JavaScriptResponsive Design
โฑ 4โ5 weeks ยท Build 1 portfolio website
4
Month 3โ4 ยท Data & Cloud
SQL + Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Every IT company runs on databases and cloud. Learn SQL for data querying, then earn AZ-900 to prove cloud knowledge. These two skills immediately 3x your interview success rate.
SQLAzureAZ-900 CertCloud Storage
โฑ 5โ6 weeks ยท AZ-900 cert = โน1,665 exam fee
5
Month 4โ6 ยท Specialise
Choose Your Developer Specialisation
Pick one path and go deep: Full Stack (Django/React), Cloud Developer (Azure Functions), Data Engineer (SQL + Python + Azure), or DevOps (GitHub Actions + Azure Pipelines). Build a real capstone project.
Django / ReactAzure DevOpsREST APIsCI/CDDocker
โฑ 8โ10 weeks ยท Build portfolio project
6
Month 6+ ยท Launch
LinkedIn, Resume & Apply
Optimise your LinkedIn profile with the right keywords. Build a GitHub portfolio with 3+ projects. Apply to 10 companies per week using our LinkedIn job search strategy. Your first offer typically arrives within 4โ8 weeks of active applying.
LinkedInGitHub PortfolioATS ResumeJob Applications
โฑ Ongoing ยท Most students get hired in Month 6โ8
Salary Reality Check
What Developers Actually Earn in India
Based on 2025โ26 LinkedIn and Glassdoor data for India. Figures are approximate and vary by company and city.
| Developer Role | Experience | Salary Range | Key Skill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Python Developer | Fresher | โน3.5โ6 LPA | Python, Django |
| Python Developer | 2โ4 years | โน8โ16 LPA | Django, APIs, SQL |
| Azure Cloud Developer | 1โ3 years | โน8โ18 LPA | AZ-204, Azure Functions |
| Full Stack Developer | Fresher | โน4โ8 LPA | React, Python/Node |
| Full Stack Developer | 3โ5 years | โน14โ24 LPA | Full Stack + Cloud |
| DevOps Engineer | 2โ4 years | โน10โ22 LPA | AZ-400, Docker, CI/CD |
| Data Engineer | 1โ3 years | โน7โ18 LPA | Python, SQL, Azure Data |
| AI/ML Engineer | 2โ5 years | โน12โ32 LPA | Python, Azure ML |
| QA Automation Engineer | Fresher | โน3.5โ7 LPA | Python, Selenium |
| SQL/DB Developer | 1โ3 years | โน5โ12 LPA | SQL Server, SSRS |
| Power Platform Developer | 1โ3 years | โน6โ15 LPA | Power Apps, Automate |
| Dynamics 365 Developer | 2โ4 years | โน8โ20 LPA | D365, .NET, C# |
Ready to Write Your First Line of Code?
Stop overthinking. Start with Step 1 of the roadmap above โ it’s completely free and takes just 2 hours to set up. Every developer you admire once started exactly where you are now.
Career Targets
Developer Roles You Can Target
50 real developer roles with live LinkedIn job links. Click Apply on LinkedIn to see current openings in India.