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Node.js - Beginner to Intermediate

Introduction

Why this course

Welcome to the Node.js Course! Node.js is a powerful runtime that allows you to build fast, scalable, and real-time applications using JavaScript on the server side. In this course, you'll embark on a journey from the fundamentals to advanced topics, learning how to create web servers, handle asynchronous operations, interact with databases, secure your applications, and deploy them for production. Whether you're new to Node.js or looking to deepen your expertise, we're here to guide you through the exciting world of server-side JavaScript development.

Course Duration: 3 Days

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

  • Basic JavaScript
  • Basic Node.js Knowledge
  • Basic Command Line
  • Version Control (Optional)
  • Database Basics (Optional)

Learning Outcome:

  • Gain a solid understanding of Node.js and its evolution, use cases, and advantages.
  • Master asynchronous programming techniques, including callbacks, promises, and async/await.
  • Develop web servers and RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.js.
  • Work with databases (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL) and implement CRUD operations.
  • Create real-time applications using WebSockets.
  • Optimize the performance and scalability of Node.js applications.
  • Implement security best practices and address common vulnerabilities.
  • Prepare Node.js applications for production deployment.
  • Explore advanced topics such as GraphQL, serverless computing, and the latest Node.js features and trends.
Training outline

42 modules

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01Day 1: Getting Started with Node.js1 topics

Introduction to Node.js

02What is Node.js?0 topics
03History and evolution of Node.js0 topics
04Use cases and advantages1 topics

Setting Up Your Development Environment

05Installing Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager)0 topics
06Choosing a code editor0 topics
07Creating your first Node.js application1 topics

Node.js Basics

08JavaScript fundamentals review (if needed)0 topics
09Writing and running a basic Node.js script0 topics
10Modules and the CommonJS pattern1 topics

Asynchronous Programming in Node.js

11Understanding callbacks0 topics
12Using promises and async/await for asynchronous code0 topics
13Handling errors in asynchronous code0 topics
14Day 2: Building Applications with Node.js1 topics

Working with the File System

15Reading and writing files0 topics
16Working with directories0 topics
17Handling file system events1 topics

HTTP and Web Servers with Node.js

18Creating a simple HTTP server0 topics
19Routing requests0 topics
20Handling POST requests0 topics
21Building a RESTful API with Express.js (a popular Node.js framework)1 topics

Database Access with Node.js

22Connecting to databases (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL)0 topics
23Performing CRUD operations0 topics
24Using an ORM (e.g., Mongoose for MongoDB)1 topics

Middleware and Routing

25Understanding middleware functions0 topics
26Implementing authentication and authorization0 topics
27Handling routing in Express.js0 topics
28Day 3: Advanced Node.js Topics1 topics

Real-time Applications with WebSockets

29Introduction to WebSockets0 topics
30Building a real-time chat application1 topics

Scaling and Performance Optimization

31Strategies for scaling Node.js applications0 topics
32Load balancing and clustering0 topics
33Profiling and optimizing Node.js code1 topics

Security Best Practices

34Common security vulnerabilities in Node.js0 topics
35Implementing security measures0 topics
36Using authentication and authorization libraries1 topics

Deployment and DevOps

37Preparing your Node.js application for production0 topics
38Deployment options (e.g., hosting on Heroku, AWS, or a VPS)0 topics
39Continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD)1 topics

Advanced Topics and Trends

40Introduction to GraphQL0 topics
41Serverless computing with Node.js0 topics
42Exploring the latest Node.js features and trends0 topics

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