Certificate Program in Back-End Web Development
Course Overview
Course Contents
This program is designed for individuals from non-IT backgrounds who wish to build a strong foundation in back-end web development. The course covers essential programming concepts, server-side technologies, databases and API integration, enabling participants to create robust and scalable back-end systems. With hands-on projects and real-world examples, students will acquire the skills needed to kickstart a career in back-end web development.
| Module | Details |
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| Module 1 Introduction to Back-End Development |
Overview of front-end vs. back-end roles. Introduction to server-side programming concepts. Tools and software setup: IDEs, version control (Git), and local servers. |
| Module 2 Programming Fundamentals |
Basics of programming (variables, loops, conditionals, functions). Introduction to back-end programming languages (e.g., JavaScript with Node.js or Python). |
| Module 3 Web Servers and Hosting |
Understanding web servers (Apache, Nginx). Setting up a local and remote server. Basics of domain names and hosting services. |
| Module 4 Databases: SQL and NoSQL |
Introduction to databases: Relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and non-relational (MongoDB). CRUD operations and database design. Connecting databases with server-side applications. |
| Module 5 RESTful APIs and Web Services |
Fundamentals of RESTful architecture. Creating and consuming APIs. JSON, XML and data interchange formats. |
| Module 6 Server-Side Frameworks |
Working with popular back-end frameworks (e.g., Express.js, Django or Laravel). Routing and middleware. MVC (Model-View-Controller) architecture. |
| Module 7 Authentication and Authorization |
User authentication techniques (session, token-based authentication). Implementing OAuth and JWT (JSON Web Tokens). Role-based access control. |
| Module 8 Building Scalable Applications |
Concepts of scalability and performance optimization. Load balancing and caching techniques. Horizontal and vertical scaling. |
| Module 9 Error Handling and Debugging |
Debugging techniques and tools. Logging and monitoring back-end applications. Handling exceptions and errors effectively. |
| Module 10 Security in Back-End Development |
Introduction to web application security. Protecting against common vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS, CSRF). |
| Module 11 Deployment and CI/CD Pipelines |
Deploying back-end applications to production servers. Introduction to containerization (Docker). Continuous integration and delivery pipelines. |
| Module 12 Capstone Project |
Building a complete back-end system for a web application. Integrating databases, APIs, and authentication mechanisms. Presenting and deploying the final project. |
Course Fee
Your Investment
Rs 60,000/=
Admission Requirements
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Basic Computer & Internet Literacy
Applicants should be comfortable performing everyday computer tasks and navigating web browsers smoothly.
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Open to All Backgrounds
No prior IT, software engineering, or coding experience is required. The curriculum is designed to take you from the fundamentals to practical back-end skills.
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Commitment to Practical Learning
Success in this program relies on active participation. Applicants must be ready to engage in hands-on exercises, assignments, and real-world coding challenges.
Please review the entry requirements before starting your application.
