Introduction to NodeJS

Introduction to Node.js provides a practical introduction to server-side JavaScript and backend development using Node.js. Participants will learn how to set up a Node.js environment, work with npm and built-in modules, create server-side applications, handle asynchronous operations, and apply modern JavaScript programming techniques. Through hands-on exercises, learners will build a strong foundation for developing, testing, and maintaining Node.js applications.

 

Duration 4 days – 28 hrs

 

Overview

 

The Introduction to Node.js Training Course is a practical, hands-on program designed for developers who want to build a strong foundation in server-side JavaScript development using Node.js. The course introduces participants to the Node.js runtime environment, its architecture, core modules, package management, and the essential concepts required to create modern and efficient server-side applications.

Throughout the training, participants will explore asynchronous programming, Node.js project development, built-in modules, server creation, database integration, and RESTful API development. They will also strengthen their JavaScript skills by applying functions, objects, arrays, control structures, error handling, and modern JavaScript features within a Node.js environment.

Through practical exercises and real-world development scenarios, learners will gain experience setting up Node.js projects, managing dependencies with NPM and NPX, working with files and HTTP requests, and creating server-side applications. The course emphasizes practical implementation so participants can understand not only how Node.js works, but also how it can be applied to real software development projects.

By the end of the Introduction to Node.js Training Course, participants will be able to confidently create and manage Node.js projects, develop server-side applications, work with APIs and data, apply asynchronous programming techniques, and follow fundamental development best practices. This training provides a solid foundation for learners who plan to progress toward backend development, REST API development, full-stack JavaScript development, and modern web application development.

 

Learning Objectives

 

• Understand the core principles and architecture of Node.js.
• Learn to set up and configure a Node.js development environment.
• Gain proficiency in asynchronous programming with Node.js.
• Develop server-side applications using Node.js.
• Implement data storage solutions with databases in Node.js applications.
• Create and consume RESTful APIs.
• Develop, test, and deploy Node.js applications.
• Understand best practices and design patterns for Node.js applications.

 

Audience

 

• Developers who want to learn Node.js.
• Software engineers and developers looking to build server-side applications.
• Students and professionals seeking to gain expertise in Node.js development.

 

Pre- requisites

• Basic knowledge of JavaScript.

• Familiarity with fundamental programming concepts and syntax.

• Experience with web development is beneficial but not required.

 

Course Content

Introduction to NodeJS Platform

 

• The NodeJS Architecture
• Installation and configuration
• The node CLI commands
• The node package manager and its NPM commands
• The package runner or NPX

 

Creating the NodeJS project

 

• The directory structure
• The package.json file
• The project versioning specification
• The node global variables
• The nod errors

 

Learning the built-in modules

 

• The path module
• The os module
• The http module
• The commonjs module
• The es module
• The events module
• The fs module

 

Learning the server-side JavaScript (ECMASCRIPT 10-14)

 

• The comments
• The object types (data types)
• The special types

 

• Comparison operators
• Creating an object

• Using the conventional JS syntax
• Using the anonymous function
• Using the constructor function
• Using the class keyword

 

• Creating a getter-setter
• Creating a JSON object
• Creating arrays
• Programming constructs

• The if and if-else constructs
• The while-loop
• The typical for-loop
• The for-in loop
• The for-of loop

 

Implementing a function

• Typical function
• Anonymous function
• Arrow functions
• Appling functional programming
• Exception handling mechanism in JS