Full-Stack Development with Node, Express & Databases

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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course will take you step-by-step through building a robust full-stack web application using Node.js, Express.js, and MySQL. You’ll begin by mastering HTTP requests in React, and learn to fetch and manage data with external APIs. The course emphasizes real-world development practices, offering hands-on experience through interactive lessons and assessments. The journey starts with learning to create and configure your backend server using Node.js and Express. You will then explore MySQL for database management, learning how to create, manipulate, and interact with databases using SQL queries. The course culminates with building and integrating APIs, enhancing your skills in database interactions and dynamic web applications. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge to develop a full-stack application, integrate your backend API with a frontend built in React, and manage data dynamically. Whether you are aiming to work on e-commerce apps or other web projects, this course will provide you with the skills to create powerful, data-driven applications.

Syllabus

Handling HTTP Requests

In this module, we will focus on how to handle HTTP requests in React, connecting your application to external APIs. You will explore how to use the Fetch API to interact with data through GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, and DELETE methods. Additionally, this section covers best practices for error handling to ensure smooth data transactions within your application.

Server Side - NodeJS Basics + API Creation with ExpressJS

In this module, we will introduce you to server-side development with Node.js and Express.js. You will learn how to create an Express server and set up basic APIs to handle dynamic data. This section also covers using Nodemon for better development efficiency and Postman for testing and verifying your backend APIs.

MySQL Basics

In this module, we will cover the basics of MySQL and teach you how to interact with databases using SQL queries. You will learn how to install MySQL, create databases, and perform essential data operations like inserting, updating, and deleting records. This section will also introduce filtering, sorting, and limiting results to retrieve specific data.

Database Integration in Node App

In this module, we will guide you through integrating a MySQL database with your Node.js application. You will learn how to organize routes and create APIs for CRUD operations, enabling your app to interact with your database. This section also focuses on improving your database connection and API responses to ensure clean, scalable backend interactions.

Completing the Fullstack Application (API Integration)

In this module, we will focus on integrating the backend APIs into your React frontend to build a complete e-commerce application. You will learn how to dynamically fetch and display product data, and implement features like adding, editing, and deleting products. This section will ensure you understand how to complete the full stack development process with seamless API communication between the backend and frontend.

Working With Custom Hooks

In this module, we will dive into custom hooks in React, which allow you to reuse logic and enhance the modularity of your application. You’ll learn how to create and apply custom hooks for tasks such as managing timers and fetching product details. This section will help you streamline your code, making it more maintainable and reusable.

To-Do List App with Vite - Hands-on Practice App

In this module, we will guide you through building a functional To-Do List app using Vite, React, and Tailwind CSS. You will learn to set up your development environment, create task components, and implement task management functionality. This section will also cover styling the app to make it visually appealing and adding localStorage for data persistence.

NextJS Introduction

In this module, we will introduce you to Next.js, explaining its advantages over React for fullstack development. You will learn how to create your first Next.js project and understand how its built-in features like SSR and routing differ from traditional React applications. This section will also cover the Pages Router and App Router in Next.js for efficient routing management.

NextJS Basics with App Router

In this module, we will dive deeper into Next.js, exploring the App Router and its ability to define both static and dynamic routes. You will learn how to manage nested routes, navigate between pages, and understand the differences between React Server and Client Components. This section will also cover dynamic routing and asynchronous server components to optimize your application’s performance.