Objectives
The objective of this course is to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to become proficient Back End Developers using Node.js and Express.js. Students will learn how to design, develop, and deploy server-side applications using these technologies, along with best practices for building scalable and efficient back-end systems for web applications.
Outcomes
Understand the fundamentals of Node.js and Express.js
Design, develop, and deploy server-side applications using Node.js and Express.js
Build RESTful APIs and integrate them with front end systems
Use advanced features of Node.js and Express.js such as middleware, authentication, and routing
Apply best practices for writing clean, efficient, and scalable back end code
Debug and troubleshoot Node.js and Express.js applications
Implement real-world projects using Node.js and Express.js
Collaborate with front end developers and other stakeholders to develop end-to-end web applications
Scope
Introduction to Node.js and Express.js
Setting up a development environment with Node.js and Express.js
Understanding and working with the Express.js framework
Building RESTful APIs with Express.js
Handling requests and responses in Express.js
Implementing middleware for authentication, error handling, and logging
Working with databases and data modeling using popular libraries such as Mongoose
Securing Node.js and Express.js applications with best practices
Testing and debugging Node.js and Express.js applications
Deploying Node.js and Express.js applications to production servers
Real-world projects to apply the concepts learned throughout the course
Projects
Building a RESTful API for a blog platform using Node.js and Express.js, with features such as authentication, CRUD operations, and error handling.
Developing a chat application using Node.js, Express.js, and WebSockets, allowing users to send real-time messages.
Building a file upload service using Node.js, Express.js, and cloud storage services like Amazon S3 or Google Cloud Storage.
Creating a back end system for an e-commerce platform, handling order processing, inventory management, and payment integration using Node.js and Express.js.
Building a social media API with features such as user authentication, post creation, commenting, and liking using Node.js and Express.js.