Building Real-World Backend Systems with Node.js

Overview

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Ready to build powerful backend applications with Node.js? Mastering backend development begins with understanding key tools and concepts for creating production-ready systems. The problem? Generic Node.js tutorials miss real-world challenges. In this course, you’ll learn to build secure, scalable applications using Node.js. From optimizing authentication with OTP and JWT to creating password reset systems, you’ll cover backend essentials. Learn MongoDB data modeling, build dynamic APIs, and implement features like geospatial queries and file uploads with Multer. By the end, you’ll know how to master Redis data handling, set up pagination, and secure your applications. Gain hands-on experience by building real-world projects from start to finish. What sets this course apart? It’s designed for developers wanting to build production-ready systems with modern tools and techniques. Perfect for beginners and experienced developers alike, this Node.js course prepares you to create real-time, robust applications. Don’t just learn backend development—master it. Enroll now and level up your Node.js skills!

Syllabus

Authentication Workflow Optimization

Learn to optimize authentication workflows, handle OTP verification, and implement secure reset password flows. Set up JWT, middleware, and best practices for robust user authentication.

Profile Management and Banner File Upload System

Implement profile management APIs, update user details securely, and integrate file upload functionality using Multer for banner images. Manage roles, validation, and test APIs for a real-world workflow.

MongoDB Data Modeling and Restaurant APIs

Design effective MongoDB schemas for cities, restaurants, and categories, and build APIs with proper validation and controller logic. Understand data modeling, relationships, and best practices for backend architecture.

Food Delivery Backend Development

Develop APIs for restaurant and menu retrieval, geospatial queries, and category management. Handle image uploads, file management, and testing to ensure production-ready backend functionality.

Menu Retrieval and Address Management

Build endpoints for fetching menu data and managing user addresses. Implement CRUD operations with validation, pagination, and real-world API testing scenarios.

Order Management Configuration and Pagination

Create order placement, cart management, and user order retrieval APIs. Learn pagination setup, environment variables, and testing for scalable backend systems.

Pagination and Token Management

Implement pagination across various endpoints and secure token management using JWT. Learn refresh token flows, blacklisting strategies, and Redis integration for session management.

Redis Integration and Token Security

Integrate Redis for caching and token storage, implement secure session management, and handle production-ready Redis configuration. Optimize token handling, access control, and enterprise-level backend security.