What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?

Acquire the skills required to be a back-end developer.

Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Can I just enroll in a single course?

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?

This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.

RESTful Microservices Using Node.js and Express Specialization

RESTful Microservices Using Node.js and Express Specialization

Instructor: NIIT

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5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

3.6

(100 reviews)

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

2 months at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

3.6

(100 reviews)

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

2 months at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

Explore the Node.js environment, test and debug the basic programs incorporating Node.js techniques like modules, files and asynchronous programming
Build and document REST APIs using Vanilla and Express.js. Secure the REST API using JWT and Oauth
Implement Polyglot Persistence using MySQL and Mongo Database
Build microservices and explore the inter-process communication between microservices synchronously and asynchronously

Overview

Backend refers to the server side of development. Here, the primary focus is on how a website works. Node.js is considered efficient for the development of backend applications as it brings event-driven programming and enables development of fast and efficient web servers in JavaScript. Developers can create scalable servers by using a simplified model of event-driven programming that uses call-backs to signal completion of a task.

What’s included

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

14 practice exercises

Advance your subject-matter expertise

Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Earn a career certificate from NIIT

Specialization - 5 course series

Server side JavaScript with Node.js

Course 131 hours3.8 (85 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

Explore the Node.js environment , test and debug the basic programs incorporating Node.js techniques like modules, files and asynchronous programming

Skills you'll gain

Node.JS, Javascript, File Systems, Debugging, Server Side, Development Testing, Unit Testing, JSON, Back-End Web Development, and Web Applications

Building RESTful APIs Using Node.js and Express

Course 216 hours4.0 (23 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

Build and document REST APIs using Vanilla and Express.js. Secure the REST API using JWT and Oauth

Skills you'll gain

Restful API, Node.JS, Middleware, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Software Documentation, Web Services, Web Applications, API Design, Server Side, JavaScript Frameworks, and JSON

Implement Polyglot Persistence Using SQL and NoSQL Databases

Course 312 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Implement Polyglot Persistence using MySQL and Mongo Database

Skills you'll gain

Restful API, Node.JS, SQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Unstructured Data, Relational Databases, Database Design, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Data Integrity, Database Management Systems, Object-Relational Mapping, and Databases

Build and Implement Microservices Patterns

Course 411 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Build microservices and explore the inter-process communication between microservices synchronously and asynchronously

Skills you'll gain

Microservices, Node.JS, API Gateway, Restful API, Software Architecture, Communication Systems, Application Design, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, and Web Services

Capstone Project Using Node.js

Course 524 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Databases, Microservices, Restful API, Software Development, Node.JS, API Gateway, Software Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing Architecture, Full-Stack Web Development, and Back-End Web Development