Backend Development with Node.js

35 hours of content Intermediate 2,800+ students 4.7/5 (280 reviews)

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Course Overview

Dive into the world of server-side programming with our comprehensive Backend Development with Node.js course. This course is designed to take you from the fundamentals of Node.js to building robust, scalable backend applications with modern architecture patterns and best practices.

What You'll Learn

Node.js fundamentals and core modules
Express.js framework for building web applications
RESTful API design and implementation
Database integration with MongoDB and SQL databases
Authentication and authorization strategies
Error handling and debugging techniques
Testing backend applications
Performance optimization and security best practices
Deployment and DevOps for Node.js applications
Real-time applications with Socket.io

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of JavaScript and web development concepts is recommended. Familiarity with HTML/CSS and basic programming concepts will help you get the most out of this course. If you're new to JavaScript, we recommend taking our Web Development Fundamentals course first.

Who This Course is For

Frontend developers looking to expand into full-stack development
Developers new to server-side JavaScript programming
Software engineers transitioning to Node.js development
Students with basic JavaScript knowledge seeking backend skills
Professionals looking to build complete web applications

Course Curriculum

Section 1: Introduction to Backend Development

Understanding Backend vs. Frontend Development
Server-Side Programming Concepts
Introduction to Node.js and Its Ecosystem
Setting Up Your Development Environment
Understanding NPM and Package Management
Project: Simple Node.js Server

Section 2: Node.js Fundamentals

JavaScript Review for Backend Development
Node.js Runtime and Architecture
Core Modules: fs, path, http, and more
Understanding the Event Loop
Asynchronous Programming in Node.js
Error Handling Patterns
Project: File System Operations App

Section 3: Express.js Framework

Introduction to Express.js
Routing and Middleware Concepts
Request & Response Objects
Template Engines and Static Files
Error Handling in Express
Project: Basic Web Server with Express

Section 4: RESTful API Development

REST Architecture Principles
Designing RESTful APIs
Route Controllers and Organization
Data Validation and Sanitization
API Documentation with Swagger
Project: Building a Complete RESTful API

Section 5: Database Integration

Introduction to Databases in Web Applications
MongoDB and Mongoose ODM
SQL Databases with Sequelize ORM
Data Modeling Best Practices
CRUD Operations and Data Relationships
Project: Building a Database-driven API

Section 6: Authentication and Authorization

User Authentication Concepts
JSON Web Tokens (JWT)
Password Hashing and Security
Role-Based Access Control
OAuth and Third-Party Authentication
Project: Authentication System Implementation

Section 7: Advanced Node.js Concepts

Streams and Buffers
Worker Threads and Child Processes
Caching Strategies
Logging and Monitoring
Performance Optimization Techniques
Project: Optimized File Processing Service

Section 8: Testing and Deployment

Unit Testing with Jest
Integration Testing for APIs
Continuous Integration Setup
Deployment Strategies and Environments
Containerization with Docker
Cloud Deployment (AWS, Heroku, etc.)
Final Project: Complete Backend Application

Meet Your Instructor

David Rodriguez

Senior Backend Engineer & Node.js Expert

12,000+ Students 4.8 Instructor Rating 6 Courses

David is a seasoned backend developer with over 10 years of experience building scalable web applications. He has worked at several tech startups and Fortune 500 companies as a lead Node.js developer. David specializes in high-performance backend systems and has architected solutions that handle millions of requests daily. His teaching approach focuses on practical, real-world applications of backend concepts.

Student Reviews

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Based on 280 reviews

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Robert L.

Posted on July 2, 2023

This course took my understanding of backend development to a whole new level. David explains complex Node.js concepts in a way that's easy to follow, and the projects are incredibly practical. The section on authentication and database integration was especially valuable for my current work projects.

Lisa M.

Posted on June 18, 2023

I came from a frontend background and was intimidated by backend development, but this course made the transition seamless. The curriculum is well-structured, building upon concepts gradually. I now feel confident in building full-stack applications. The deployment section was particularly helpful for getting my projects live.

James K.

Posted on May 27, 2023

The course content is excellent and David is clearly an expert in Node.js. My only suggestion would be to include more content on microservices and serverless architecture. That said, I was able to build a complete backend for my startup project thanks to the knowledge gained from this course. Definitely worth the investment!