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The Back End Development course offers a thorough introduction to the fundamental concepts and technologies used to create and manage the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of web applications. Participants will learn about server-side programming languages, database management, and back-end frameworks. This course aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to develop robust, scalable, and secure back-end systems.

Who this Course Is For

  • Aspiring web developers looking to specialize in back-end development.
  • Full-stack developers wanting to strengthen their back-end skills.
  • IT professionals aiming to transition into web development.
  • Students interested in learning server-side development.

Course Goals

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of back-end development.
  • Develop skills in server-side programming languages and frameworks.
  • Learn to design and manage databases.
  • Create and consume RESTful APIs.
  • Gain practical experience in building and deploying back-end applications.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of programming concepts.Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is helpful but not required.

Curriculum

  • Month 1: Fundamentals of Back End Development
    • Week 1: Introduction to Back End Development
      • Overview of web development and the role of back-end developers.
      • Understanding client-server architecture.
      • Introduction to server-side programming languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).
      • Setting up the development environment.
      • Project:
        • Create a simple server using a chosen programming language.
    • Week 2: Server-Side Programming Basics
      • Basic syntax and constructs of the chosen server-side language.
      • Handling requests and responses.
      • Working with files and directories.
      • Error handling and logging.
      • Project:
        • Build a basic web server that handles various types of requests.
    • Week 3: Introduction to Databases
      • Overview of databases and data storage concepts.
      • Introduction to SQL and relational databases.
      • Basic CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete).
      • Setting up and connecting to a relational database.
      • Project:
        • Design and implement a database schema for a sample application.
    • Week 4: Advanced Database Management
      • Advanced SQL queries and joins.
      • Indexing and optimization.
      • Introduction to NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
      • Connecting to a NoSQL database.
      • Project:
        • Implement complex queries and optimizations in the sample application.
  • Month 2: Building and Securing APIs
    • Week 5: Introduction to RESTful APIs
      • Understanding REST principles.
      • Creating RESTful endpoints.
      • Handling HTTP methods and status codes.
      • Introduction to API documentation (e.g., Swagger).
      • Project:
        • Develop basic RESTful API endpoints for the sample application.
    • Week 6: Advanced API Development
      • Securing APIs with authentication and authorization (e.g., JWT, OAuth).
      • Rate limiting and throttling.
      • Versioning and documentation best practices.
      • Project:
        • Implement authentication and security features in the API.
    • Week 7: Middleware and Routing
      • Introduction to middleware in back-end frameworks.
      • Creating and using custom middleware.
      • Advanced routing techniques.
      • Error handling and validation.
      • Project:
        • Enhance the API with middleware and advanced routing.
    • Week 8: Testing and Debugging
      • Importance of testing in back-end development.
      • Writing unit and integration tests.
      • Using testing frameworks (e.g., Mocha, Jest).
      • Debugging techniques and tools.
      • Project:
        • Write tests for the API and debug any issues found.
  • Month 3: Advanced Concepts and Deployment
    • Week 9: Performance Optimization
      • Identifying performance bottlenecks.
      • Caching strategies (e.g., Redis).
      • Load balancing and scaling.
      • Monitoring and profiling.
      • Project:
        • Optimize the performance of the API and database.
    • Week 10: Introduction to Cloud Services
      • Overview of cloud computing and its benefits.
      • Introduction to cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
      • Setting up a server on the cloud.
      • Using cloud storage and databases.
      • Project:
        • Deploy the application to a cloud service provider.
    • Week 11: Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD)
      • Understanding CI/CD principles.
      • Setting up a CI/CD pipeline.
      • Automating tests and deployments.
      • Using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or CircleCI.
      • Project:
        • Implement a CI/CD pipeline for the application.
    • Week 12: Final Project and Presentation
      • Developing a comprehensive back-end application.
      • Implementing best practices for security, performance, and scalability.
      • Presenting the final project and receiving feedback.
      • Discussion of career opportunities and further learning.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Encompasses key aspects of back-end development, from server-side programming to database management and API creation.
  • Hands-On Practice: Practical exercises and projects to build hands-on experience in back-end development.
  • Modern Technologies: Focus on modern tools and frameworks such as Express.js and Django.
  • Database Management: Training in designing, implementing, and managing both SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • API Development: Skills in creating and securing RESTful APIs.
  • Performance Optimization: Techniques for optimizing back-end performance.
  • Cloud Deployment: Introduction to cloud services and deployment techniques.
  • Real-World Application: Final project allows participants to apply learned concepts to a real-world back-end development scenario.
  • Career Preparation: Insights into career opportunities and pathways in back-end development.

About this Course

  • Duration : 3 Months
  • Certificate on Completion
  • Level Intermediate
  • Price UGX 550,000

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