Backend Web Development → Securing API Endpoints

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27 Sections
118 Lessons
16 Weeks

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Introduction to Backend Development
8
- 1.1
  Overview of Web Development
- 1.2
  Differences Between Frontend and Backend Development
- 1.3
  Roles and Responsibilities of a Backend Developer
- 1.4
  Understanding the Client-Server Model
- 1.5
  How Web Applications Work
- 1.6
  Overview of HTTP/HTTPS Protocols
- 1.7
  Introduction to Web Architecture
- 1.8
  Monolithic vs. Microservices Architecture
Programming Fundamentals for Backend Development
5
- 2.1
  Introduction to Backend Programming Languages
- 2.2
  Overview of Languages: JavaScript (Node.js), Python, Ruby, Java, PHP
- 2.3
  Understanding Variables, Data Types, and Control Structures
- 2.4
  Functions and Modular Programming
- 2.5
  Error Handling and Debugging Techniques
Setting Up the Development Environment
6
- 3.1
  Required Tools and Software for Backend Development
- 3.2
  Text Editors (VS Code, Sublime Text, Atom)
- 3.3
  Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)
- 3.4
  Version Control with Git and GitHub
- 3.5
  Basic Git Commands and Workflow
- 3.6
  Setting Up a Local Development Environment
Introduction to Databases
4
- 4.1
  Overview of Databases and Their Importance
- 4.2
  Understanding Relational vs. NoSQL Databases
- 4.3
  Introduction to SQL (Structured Query Language)
- 4.4
  Basic Database Operations (CRUD – Create, Read, Update, Delete)
Working with Relational Databases
5
- 5.1
  Introduction to Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
- 5.2
  Overview of Popular Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- 5.3
  Designing Database Schemas
- 5.4
  Implementing Relationships (One-to-One, One-to-Many, Many-to-Many)
- 5.5
  Using SQL for Data Manipulation and Querying
Advanced SQL Techniques
4
- 6.1
  Joins (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT, FULL)
- 6.2
  Aggregate Functions and Grouping Data
- 6.3
  Subqueries and Common Table Expressions (CTEs)
- 6.4
  Indexing for Performance Optimization
Introduction to NoSQL Databases
5
- 7.1
  Overview of NoSQL Databases
- 7.2
  Types of NoSQL Databases: Document, Key-Value, Column-Family, Graph
- 7.3
  Introduction to MongoDB
- 7.4
  Basic MongoDB Operations (CRUD)
- 7.5
  Data Modeling in MongoDB
Building RESTful APIs
5
- 8.1
  Understanding REST (Representational State Transfer) Principles
- 8.2
  Designing RESTful API Endpoints
- 8.3
  HTTP Methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)
- 8.4
  API Versioning and Documentation
- 8.5
  Best Practices for API Design
Introduction to Node.js
4
- 9.1
  Overview of Node.js and Its Importance in Backend Development
- 9.2
  Setting Up a Node.js Development Environment
- 9.3
  Understanding the Event Loop and Asynchronous Programming
- 9.4
  Building a Simple Web Server with Node.js
Working with Express.js
4
- 10.1
  Introduction to Express.js Framework
- 10.2
  Setting Up an Express Application
- 10.3
  Routing with Express
- 10.4
  Middleware in Express.js
Building RESTful APIs with Express.js
4
- 11.1
  Creating RESTful APIs Using Express.js
- 11.2
  Handling Requests and Responses
- 11.3
  Implementing Authentication and Authorization
- 11.4
  Error Handling in Express Applications
Introduction to Authentication
4
- 12.1
  Understanding Authentication vs. Authorization
- 12.2
  Overview of Authentication Strategies (Basic Auth, Token-Based Auth, OAuth)
- 12.3
  Implementing JWT (JSON Web Tokens) for Authentication
- 12.4
  Securing API Endpoints
Introduction to CORS and Security
4
- 13.1
  Understanding Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS)
- 13.2
  Configuring CORS in Express Applications
- 13.3
  Common Security Vulnerabilities (SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF)
- 13.4
  Best Practices for Securing APIs
Working with APIs and External Services
4
- 14.1
  Consuming External APIs in Node.js
- 14.2
  Making HTTP Requests Using Axios or Fetch
- 14.3
  Understanding Asynchronous Programming with Promises and Async/Await
- 14.4
  Error Handling When Consuming APIs
Introduction to WebSockets
4
- 15.1
  Understanding Real-Time Communication with WebSockets
- 15.2
  Setting Up a WebSocket Server with Socket.io
- 15.3
  Building a Simple Chat Application
- 15.4
  Use Cases for WebSockets in Web Applications
Introduction to Testing in Backend Development
4
- 16.1
  Importance of Testing in Software Development
- 16.2
  Overview of Testing Types (Unit, Integration, Functional)
- 16.3
  Introduction to Testing Frameworks (Mocha, Chai, Jest)
- 16.4
  Writing and Running Tests for Express Applications
Advanced Testing Techniques
4
- 17.1
  Test-Driven Development (TDD) Principles
- 17.2
  Mocking and Stubbing in Tests
- 17.3
  Continuous Integration and Testing Automation
- 17.4
  Best Practices for Writing Maintainable Tests
Introduction to Deployment and Hosting
4
- 18.1
  Overview of Deployment Process
- 18.2
  Understanding Cloud Platforms (Heroku, AWS, DigitalOcean)
- 18.3
  Setting Up a Production Environment
- 18.4
  Environment Variables and Configuration Management
Deploying Node.js Applications
4
- 19.1
  Preparing Node.js Applications for Production
- 19.2
  Deploying Applications on Heroku
- 19.3
  Setting Up a CI/CD Pipeline for Automated Deployments
- 19.4
  Monitoring and Logging in Production
Introduction to Microservices Architecture
4
- 20.1
  Understanding Microservices vs. Monolithic Architecture
- 20.2
  Benefits and Challenges of Microservices
- 20.3
  Designing Microservices for Scalability
- 20.4
  Communication Between Microservices (REST, Message Queues)
Working with Docker
4
- 21.1
  Introduction to Containerization and Docker
- 21.2
  Creating Docker Containers for Node.js Applications
- 21.3
  Understanding Docker Compose for Multi-Container Applications
- 21.4
  Best Practices for Dockerizing Applications
Performance Optimization Techniques
4
- 22.1
  Understanding Performance Bottlenecks in Backend Applications
- 22.2
  Caching Strategies (In-Memory Caching, Redis)
- 22.3
  Load Balancing and Horizontal Scaling
- 22.4
  Monitoring Application Performance (APM Tools)
Integrating Frontend and Backend
4
- 23.1
  Understanding the Interaction Between Frontend and Backend
- 23.2
  Using RESTful APIs in Frontend Frameworks (React, Angular, Vue)
- 23.3
  Best Practices for API Consumption
- 23.4
  Building a Full-Stack Application Overview
GraphQL Basics
4
- 24.1
  Introduction to GraphQL and its Advantages Over REST
- 24.2
  Setting Up a GraphQL Server
- 24.3
  Defining Schemas and Resolvers
- 24.4
  Consuming GraphQL APIs
Working with Authentication using OAuth
4
- 25.1
  Understanding OAuth 2.0 Protocol
- 25.2
  Implementing OAuth Authentication in Node.js
- 25.3
  Integrating Third-Party Authentication (Google, Facebook)
- 25.4
  Best Practices for Securing OAuth Flows
Continuous Integration and Deployment
4
- 26.1
  Introduction to CI/CD Concepts
- 26.2
  Setting Up Continuous Integration with GitHub Actions
- 26.3
  Deploying Applications Automatically with CI/CD
- 26.4
  Monitoring and Rollback Strategies in Deployment
Course Wrap-Up and Future Trends
4
- 27.1
  Recap of Key Topics Covered Throughout the Course
- 27.2
  Discussion on Emerging Trends in Backend Development (Microservices, Serverless, etc.)
- 27.3
  Resources for Continued Learning and Professional Development
- 27.4
  Final Q&A Session and Feedback

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