Node.js & Express.js Foundations

Overview

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Ready to master backend development? Building scalable, high-performance web applications starts with mastering Node.js and Express.js. The challenge? Many developers struggle with creating secure APIs and integrating them with databases. In this Node.js course, you’ll build production-grade backend systems from the ground up. Learn Node.js architecture, JWT authentication, MongoDB, password encryption, and error handling—all through hands-on projects. Gain mastery in routing, middleware, and performance optimization while tackling real-world backend scenarios. What sets this course apart? It focuses on real-world, project-based learning, ensuring you not only understand the theory but can apply it immediately in your career. Perfect for aspiring backend developers or web developers looking to specialize in Node.js and Express.js, this course prepares you to confidently build production-ready applications. Don’t just learn—build real-world applications. Enroll now and start your journey to becoming a backend development expert!

Syllabus

Introduction to Node.js, express.js,mongoDB

Explore the fundamentals of Node.js, its architecture, and how Express.js enhances backend development. Learn MongoDB basics and set up a cluster for database connectivity.

Setup Node.js projects and deep dive into its basics

Learn to initialize Node.js projects, configure TypeScript, handle promises, and structure routes while mastering core Node.js and Express concepts.

Backend Structure Database and Error Handling

Implement middleware, connect to MongoDB, set up project structure, and handle errors using centralized and route-specific error management techniques.

User Authentication

Build secure user registration and login workflows with OTP email verification, integrate Nodemailer and SendGrid, and manage email validation efficiently.

JWT Authentication and Secure Access Control

Master JWT for signup and login, implement secure route access with middleware, and use bcrypt to encrypt passwords for production-ready authentication.