The “Full-Stack Development Using Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB” training course is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in building modern web applications using popular JavaScript-based technologies. In this course, participants will learn how to leverage Express JS and Node JS for server-side development, MongoDB for database management, and how to integrate these technologies to create robust, scalable, and efficient full-stack applications.
Duration 10 days – 35 hrs
Prerequisite
Participants should have a basic understanding of JavaScript and web development concepts, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Prior experience with server-side development and databases would be beneficial but not required.
Objectives
Understand the fundamentals of full-stack development and the role of Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB in building web applications.
Learn how to set up a development environment for Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB.
Gain proficiency in building RESTful APIs using Express JS for server-side development.
Explore the basics of NoSQL databases and learn how to interact with MongoDB using Node JS.
Understand authentication and authorization mechanisms for securing web applications.
Learn how to handle user inputs, form submissions, and file uploads.
Gain insights into error handling, debugging, and testing strategies for full-stack applications.
Explore best practices for deploying and maintaining full-stack applications in production
Audience
Web Developers: Individuals with experience in front-end development who want to expand their skills to include server-side development and database management.
Software Engineers: Professionals interested in building scalable and efficient web applications using JavaScript-based technologies.
Students: Those pursuing degrees or certifications in computer science, software engineering, or related fields who want to learn modern web development technologies.
Technology Enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about web development who want to explore full-stack development using Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB.
Career Changers: Individuals looking to transition into a career in web development and acquire skills in full-stack development.
Entrepreneurs: Business owners or startup founders interested in understanding the technical aspects of building web applications to manage their projects or startups.
Freelancers: Professionals seeking to enhance their skill set and offer full-stack development services to clients.
Anyone interested in building modern web applications: Individuals with a curiosity and desire to learn about full-stack development and build real-world applications using Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB.
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Express JS
Overview of Express JS
Setting up a development environment
Creating a basic Express application
Routing and middleware
Handling HTTP requests and responses
Day 2: Templating Engines and Views
Introduction to templating engines (e.g., Pug, EJS)
Integrating a templating engine with Express
Creating and rendering views
Passing data to views
Layouts and partials
Day 3: Working with Data: MongoDB Basics
Introduction to MongoDB
Installing and setting up MongoDB
CRUD operations with MongoDB using the Node.js MongoDB driver
Creating and querying collections
Handling documents
Day 4: Database Integration with Express JS
Connecting Express with MongoDB
Implementing CRUD operations with Express and MongoDB
Error handling and validation
Middleware for database operations
Best practices for database integration
Day 5: Authentication and Authorization
Overview of authentication and authorization
Implementing user authentication using Passport.js
Creating routes for user registration, login, and logout
Securing routes with authentication middleware
Managing user sessions and cookies
Day 6: RESTful APIs with Express JS
Understanding RESTful architecture
Creating RESTful routes and endpoints
Handling HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)
Parsing request bodies and handling JSON data
Error handling and status codes
Day 7: Frontend Integration with Express JS
Serving static files with Express
Integrating frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular) with Express
Using AJAX for asynchronous communication
Building single-page applications (SPAs) with Express as a backend
Day 8: Middleware and Error Handling
Deep dive into Express middleware
Creating custom middleware functions
Error handling middleware
Debugging Express applications
Logging and error tracking
Day 9: Deployment and Scaling
Deployment options for Express applications (e.g., Heroku, AWS)
Preparing an Express application for production
Load balancing and scaling strategies
Monitoring and performance optimization
Continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Day 10: Project Work and Wrap-Up
Applying the concepts learned throughout the course to build a full-stack application
Working on a project in small groups or individually
Presentation of projects and peer feedback
Recap of key learnings and next steps in learning Full-stack development
This outline provides a comprehensive overview of Full-stack development using Express JS, Node JS, and MongoDB over a span of 10 days. Depending on the pace of the training and the background of the participants, the topics can be adjusted accordingly.
