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Backend Development and API Creation
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Backend Development and API Creation

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Configure and set up backend servers using Node.js and Express for efficient application management.

  • Develop and secure API endpoints with JWT-based authentication to protect data.

  • Connect and manage data using MongoDB and Mongoose, ensuring robust database interactions.

  • Implement complex user profile features and validate data for accuracy and security.

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October 2024

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1 assignment

Taught in English

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This course is part of the MERN Stack Front To Back: Full Stack React, Redux & Node.js Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce you to the course, set up the necessary tools, and provide an overview of the main project we will build throughout. This foundational setup ensures you are ready to dive into full-stack development with the MERN stack.

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4 videos2 readings

In this module, we will set up the backend with Express, configure MongoDB for data storage, and establish the foundational routes and server configurations to get our application running.

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4 videos

In this module, we will build the user authentication system using JWT. You will learn how to create user models, handle registration and login, and secure your routes with Passport JWT strategies.

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7 videos

In this module, we will create and manage user profiles. You will build routes for profile creation, modification, and retrieval, and implement validations for profile fields to maintain data consistency.

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8 videos1 reading1 assignment

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