Welcome to the comprehensive 3D Web Development learning journey! This repository serves as your complete guide to mastering 3D web technologies, from fundamental concepts to professional-level development. Whether you're a beginner exploring 3D graphics or an experienced developer transitioning into immersive web experiences, this roadmap will guide you through every essential skill and technology.
- Core 3D Concepts: Mathematics, coordinate systems, transformations
- WebGL & Three.js: From basics to advanced rendering techniques
- React Integration: Building modern 3D applications with React Three Fiber
- Performance Optimization: Creating smooth, production-ready 3D experiences
- XR Development: Virtual and Augmented Reality for the web
- Professional Workflows: Industry-standard tools and practices
This repository contains comprehensive resources to guide your 3D web development journey:
- threeJS.md - Complete Ultimate 3D Web Development Roadmap and 6-Month Plan
- Detailed phase-by-phase learning path
- Essential notes and resources from beginner to professional
- Learning approaches and code strategies
- Technology stack recommendations
- Phase-Topic-DurationWeeks-Difficulty-Priority.csv - Detailed Roadmap Phases
- Month-PrimaryFocus-KeyTopics.csv - 6-Month Learning Plan
- Category-Technology-Importance.csv - Complete Technology Stack
The following table outlines all phases, topics, durations, difficulty levels, and priorities for your 3D web development journey:
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | HTML5 & CSS3 Fundamentals | 2 | Beginner | High |
| Foundation | Modern JavaScript (ES6+) | 3 | Beginner | High |
| Foundation | TypeScript Basics | 2 | Beginner | High |
| Foundation | Web Browser APIs | 2 | Beginner | Medium |
| Foundation | Development Environment Setup | 1 | Beginner | High |
| Foundation | Git & Version Control | 1 | Beginner | High |
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core 3D | WebGL Fundamentals | 3 | Intermediate | High |
| Core 3D | Three.js Core Concepts | 4 | Intermediate | High |
| Core 3D | GLSL Shaders | 3 | Intermediate | High |
| Core 3D | Babylon.js Essentials | 3 | Intermediate | High |
| Core 3D | 3D Mathematics | 2 | Intermediate | High |
| Core 3D | Computer Graphics Theory | 2 | Intermediate | Medium |
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Libraries | A-Frame VR/AR | 3 | Advanced | High |
| Advanced Libraries | React Three Fiber (R3F) | 4 | Advanced | High |
| Advanced Libraries | GSAP Animation | 2 | Intermediate | High |
| Advanced Libraries | Spline Integration | 2 | Intermediate | Medium |
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| React Integration | React.js Advanced | 3 | Advanced | High |
| React Integration | Next.js with 3D | 3 | Advanced | High |
| React Integration | Component Architecture | 2 | Advanced | High |
| React Integration | State Management | 2 | Advanced | High |
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance & Production | Performance Optimization | 2 | Expert | High |
| Performance & Production | WebAssembly Integration | 2 | Expert | Medium |
| Performance & Production | Production Deployment | 2 | Expert | High |
| Performance & Production | Testing Strategies | 2 | Expert | Medium |
| Phase | Topic | Duration (Weeks) | Difficulty | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialization | WebXR Development | 3 | Expert | Medium |
| Specialization | Advanced Shaders | 3 | Expert | High |
| Specialization | 3D Modeling Pipeline | 3 | Expert | Medium |
| Specialization | Professional Workflows | 3 | Expert | Medium |
This intensive plan condenses the roadmap into a focused 6-month timeline for professional-level competency:
| Month | Primary Focus | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | Foundation & Setup | HTML5, CSS3, Modern JS, TypeScript, Dev Setup |
| Month 2 | Core 3D Technologies | WebGL, Three.js, Basic Shaders, 3D Math |
| Month 3 | Advanced Libraries & Frameworks | A-Frame, React Three Fiber, GSAP, Animation |
| Month 4 | React Integration | React Advanced, Next.js, Component Architecture |
| Month 5 | Performance & Production | Optimization, WebAssembly, Deployment, Testing |
| Month 6 | Specialization & Portfolio | WebXR, Advanced Shaders, Portfolio Projects |
- Parallel Learning: Work on multiple topics within each month to achieve expertise faster
- Daily Practice: Dedicate 2-3 hours daily for coding and experimentation
- Weekend Deep Dives: Use weekends for comprehensive projects and advanced topics
- Progress Tracking: Review weekly goals against the roadmap
Master these technologies to become a professional 3D web developer:
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| JavaScript ES6+ | Critical | Foundation of web development |
| TypeScript | High | Type safety and robust development |
| HTML5/CSS3 | Critical | Essential web fundamentals |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Three.js | Critical | Primary 3D library for web |
| WebGL | Critical | Low-level graphics API |
| Babylon.js | High | Game-focused 3D engine |
| A-Frame | High | VR/AR framework |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| React.js | Critical | Modern UI framework |
| React Three Fiber | Critical | Declarative 3D in React |
| Next.js | High | Production React framework |
| Drei | High | R3F helper library |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| GSAP | High | Professional animation library |
| Framer Motion | Medium | React animation library |
| Lottie/Rive | Medium | Vector animations |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Git | Critical | Version control |
| Vite/Webpack | High | Build tools |
| Node.js | Medium | Runtime environment |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse | High | Performance monitoring |
| WebAssembly | Medium | High-performance computing |
| Web Workers | Medium | Background processing |
| Technology | Importance | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Blender | High | 3D modeling and animation |
| Spline | High | Browser-based 3D design |
| Figma | Medium | UI/UX design |
- Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- A modern code editor (VS Code recommended)
- Node.js and npm installed
- Git for version control
- Start with the Foundation Phase: Begin with HTML5, CSS3, and Modern JavaScript
- Set Up Your Development Environment: Install necessary tools and editors
- Learn Git: Master version control from the start
- Follow the threeJS.md Guide: Use the comprehensive roadmap for detailed learning
- Build Small Projects: Apply each concept immediately through mini-projects
- Three.js Journey - Comprehensive Three.js course
- WebGL Fundamentals - Deep dive into WebGL
- React Three Fiber Docs - Official R3F documentation
- A-Frame School - VR development tutorials
- Blender Guru - 3D modeling tutorials
Build these projects to demonstrate your skills:
- Interactive 3D Product Viewer - E-commerce application
- Animated 3D Website Landing Page - Modern web design
- WebXR Experience - VR/AR application
- 3D Data Visualization - Interactive charts and graphs
- 3D Game or Interactive Story - Complete interactive experience
Contributions are welcome! If you have suggestions for improving the roadmap or additional resources:
- Fork the repository
- Create a feature branch
- Make your changes
- Submit a pull request
This project is open source and available for educational purposes.
Join the 3D web development community:
- Engage in GitHub discussions
- Share your projects on CodePen
- Join Discord communities for Three.js, React, and WebGL
- Follow industry leaders and contribute to open source
Ready to start your 3D web development journey? Dive into threeJS.md for the complete roadmap!
Last Updated: October 2025