Master server-side programming and build robust, scalable applications
Backend development is the foundation of web applications, handling data storage, business logic, and server-side operations. This track will take you from the basics of server-side programming to building complex, scalable applications using Node.js, databases, and modern backend technologies.
You'll learn how to design and implement RESTful APIs, work with databases, handle authentication and authorization, and deploy applications to the cloud. By the end of this track, you'll be able to build robust backend systems that power modern web applications.
Your step-by-step journey to becoming a backend developer
Learn the core concepts of backend development, including server-side programming, HTTP protocols, and basic database operations.
Master both SQL and NoSQL databases, learning how to design efficient database schemas and optimize queries.
Dive into advanced backend concepts like microservices, real-time applications, and security best practices.
Learn how to deploy and maintain backend applications using modern DevOps practices and cloud platforms.
Learn from industry-leading instructors and platforms
Master Node.js from scratch, building REST APIs, GraphQL APIs, authentication, file uploads, and more with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB.
Learn MongoDB from scratch, including CRUD operations, indexing, aggregation, and building a complete application with Node.js and Express.
Master SQL and database design principles, from basic queries to complex joins, stored procedures, and database optimization.
Master advanced JavaScript concepts like closures, prototypes, and asynchronous programming with live coding and expert guidance.
Learn GraphQL from scratch, building APIs with Node.js, Express, and Apollo Server, including authentication and real-time subscriptions.
Take your Node.js skills to the next level with advanced topics like streams, clustering, performance optimization, and security.
Master containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes, including deployment, scaling, and monitoring.
Learn how to secure your APIs with authentication, authorization, rate limiting, and other security best practices.
Master PostgreSQL, from basic queries to advanced features like stored procedures, triggers, and performance optimization.
Learn how to build and deploy microservices with Node.js, including service discovery, load balancing, and monitoring.
Master testing Node.js applications with Jest, including unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing.
A concise introduction to Node.js, covering the basics of server-side JavaScript, Express, and building REST APIs.
Where this skillset can take your career
Build and maintain server-side applications, APIs, and databases for web and mobile applications.
Design and optimize database systems, write complex queries, and ensure data integrity.
Manage deployment pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and ensure application reliability.
Join thousands of students who have successfully transformed their careers through our backend development track.