This course is your gateway to mastering backend development using Node.js and Express. You will start with the foundational aspects, including setting up your development environment, and move on to configuring and connecting to MongoDB. You'll learn how to structure your Express application and organize your route files, laying a solid groundwork for building scalable and maintainable backend services.
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Backend Development and API Creation
This course is part of MERN Stack Front To Back: Full Stack React, Redux & Node.js Specialization
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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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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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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