Roadmap for Backend Development
Days 1-2: Introduction and Data Types
- Day 1: Introduction to the course and its significance in backend development.
- Day 2: Understanding different data types and their usage.
Days 3-5: Complexity Analysis and Mathematics
- Day 3: Introduction to complexity analysis and big O notation.
- Day 4: Exploring mathematical concepts relevant to DSA (e.g., number theory, algebra).
- Day 5: Practical examples of complexity analysis.
Days 6-8: Recursion and Arrays
- Day 6: Introduction to recursion and its applications.
- Day 7: Understanding arrays and basic array operations.
- Day 8: More advanced array operations and problem-solving.
Days 9-11: Searching Algorithms
- Day 9: Introduction to searching algorithms (linear search).
- Day 10: Binary search and its efficiency.
- Day 11: Exploring more advanced searching techniques.
Days 12-14: Sorting Algorithms
- Day 12: Introduction to sorting algorithms (e.g., bubble sort, insertion sort).
- Day 13: More advanced sorting algorithms (e.g., selection sort, merge sort).
- Day 14: Efficiency and optimization of sorting algorithms.
Days 15-16: Matrix and Strings
- Day 15: Working with matrices and 2D arrays.
- Day 16: String manipulation and pattern matching.
Days 17-20: Basic Data Structures and Advanced Topics
- Day 17: Introduction to data structures like linked lists, stacks, and queues.
- Day 18: Understanding linked lists and their applications.
- Day 19: Stacks and queues, their use cases, and problem-solving with these data structures.
- Day 20: Practice Questions and Revise Concepts.
Day 21: Callbacks and Asynchronous JavaScript
- Understanding asynchronous programming in JavaScript.
- Introduction to callbacks and their role in handling asynchronous operations.
Day 22: Promises and Async/Await
- Introduction to Promises as a more structured way to handle async operations.
- Practical use of Promises in JavaScript.
- Transitioning from Promises to the modern async/await syntax.
Day 23: JavaScript Hoisting and Scope
- Exploring hoisting in JavaScript and how variable and function declarations are hoisted.
- Understanding lexical scope and how it impacts variable access.
Day 24: Timers and Event Loop
- Learning about timers in JavaScript, including setTimeout and setInterval.
- Understanding the event loop and how it handles asynchronous tasks.
Day 25: Recap and Practical Exercises
- Reviewing the concepts learned in the previous days.
- Engaging in practical exercises to apply these concepts in coding scenarios.
Day 26: Introduction to Node.js
- Understanding the role of Node.js in backend development.
- Key differences between browser-side JavaScript and server-side Node.js.
Day 27: Node.js REPL and CLI
- Exploring the Node.js REPL (Read-Eval-Print Loop) for interactive coding.
- Introduction to the Node.js Command Line Interface (CLI) and its commands.
Day 28: Global Objects and Variables
- Understanding global objects and variables in Node.js.
- Discussing the global scope and how it differs from browser JavaScript.
Day 29: Modules Setup and Usage
- Introduction to Node.js modules and their significance.
- Exploring the "require" function and how to create and use custom modules.
Day 30: Built-in Modules (Part 1) - os, path
- Learning about built-in Node.js modules like 'os' and 'path'.
- Practical examples of using these modules for tasks like file path manipulation.
Day 31: Built-in Modules (Part 2) - fs (Sync/Async)
- Introduction to the 'fs' (File System) module in Node.js.
- Understanding synchronous and asynchronous file operations.
Day 32: Building a Simple HTTP Server
- Hands-on experience in building a basic HTTP server using the 'http' module.
- Serving static content and handling HTTP requests and responses.
Day 33: Nodemon and Automatic Restart
- Introduction to Nodemon for automatic server restarts during development.
- Setting up Nodemon to streamline development workflows.
Day 34: Event Loop and Asynchronous Patterns
- Deep dive into the Node.js event loop and how it handles asynchronous operations.
- Understanding non-blocking code execution in Node.js.
Day 35: Events Emitter and Streams
- Learning about the 'events' module and how to create custom event emitters.
- Introduction to streams for efficient data handling in Node.js.
Days 36-37: Introduction to Express.js
- Day 36: Introduction to Express.js and its significance in web development.
- Day 37: Setting up a basic Express.js server and creating your first route.
Days 38-39: API vs. Server-Side Rendering (SSR)
- Day 38: Understanding the concept of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and their role in
modern web development.
- Day 39: Exploring Server-Side Rendering (SSR) and its use cases.
Days 40-41: JSON Basics
- Day 40: Introduction to JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) as a data interchange format.
- Day 41: Working with JSON data and parsing it in Express.js applications.
Days 42-44: Handling Parameters and Query Strings
- Day 42: Working with route parameters in Express.js routes.
- Day 43: Handling query strings in Express.js routes.
- Day 44: Combining route parameters and query strings for dynamic routing.
Days 45-47: Middleware and Advanced Routing
- Day 45: Introduction to middleware in Express.js.
- Day 46: Creating custom middleware functions for request and response handling.
- Day 47: Implementing multiple middleware functions in route pipelines.
Days 48-50: HTTP Methods and RESTful Routing
- Day 48: Handling the GET method to retrieve data.
- Day 49: Implementing the POST method for creating new resources.
- Day 50: Using PUT, DELETE, and PATCH methods for updating and deleting resources.
Days 51-53: Express Routers and Modularization
- Day 51: Setting up Express routers for better project organization and route separation.
- Day 52: Implementing controller functions to handle route logic and maintain clean code.
- Day 53: Building models to interact with databases or data sources.
Days 54-55: Views and Templates
- Day 54: Understanding views and templates in Express.js applications.
- Day 55: Integrating view engines (e.g., EJS, Pug) and rendering dynamic content.
Days 56-58: Introduction to Databases and SQL
- Day 56: Introduction to databases and their importance in backend development.
- Day 57: Understanding the fundamentals of SQL (Structured Query Language).
- Day 58: Setting up a local SQL database for practice (e.g. SQLite).
Days 59-61: Database Design and Schema
- Day 59: Exploring database design principles, including normalization and denormalization.
- Day 60: Creating database tables and defining schema in SQL.
- Day 61: Practical exercises in designing and creating SQL database schema.
Days 62-64: SQL Queries and CRUD Operations
- Day 62: Writing SQL queries for data retrieval (SELECT statements).
- Day 63: Implementing CRUD operations in SQL (CREATE, READ, UPDATE, DELETE).
- Day 64: Advanced SQL queries, joins, and subqueries.
Days 65-67: Introduction to MongoDB and Mongoose
- Day 65: Introduction to NoSQL databases, focusing on MongoDB.
- Day 66: Installing MongoDB and setting up a local MongoDB database.
- Day 67: Introduction to Mongoose, the ODM (Object Data Modeling) library for MongoDB.
Days 68-69: MongoDB Data Modeling and CRUD Operations with Mongoose
- Day 68: Designing MongoDB schemas with Mongoose.
- Day 69: Implementing CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) with Mongoose.
Day 70: Comparing SQL and MongoDB
- Day 70: Comparative analysis of SQL and MongoDB, including when to use each database type
based on project requirements.
Day 70-80: Project 1 - To-Do List Application with MongoDB (Mongoose)
Project Description:
Create a To-Do List application using Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB with Mongoose. This project
will allow users to create, read, update, and delete tasks in a to-do list.
Key Features:
1. User Registration and Authentication: Allow users to register and log in to their accounts.
2. To-Do List CRUD Operations: Enable users to create, read, update, and delete tasks in their to-do
list.
3. Task Categories: Allow users to categorize tasks into different categories or tags.
4. Task Due Dates: Implement due dates for tasks and enable users to set and view due dates.
5. User Dashboard: Provide a dashboard where users can see their tasks, mark them as completed,
and view upcoming tasks.
6. User Profiles: Allow users to customize their profiles with avatars or profile pictures.
Tech Stack:
- Node.js and Express.js for the server-side application.
- MongoDB for data storage, using Mongoose as the ODM (Object Data Modeling) library.
- Passport.js for user authentication.
- HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for the frontend.
Day 80-90: Project 2 - Bookstore Inventory System with SQL Database
Project Description:
Develop a simple bookstore inventory system using Node.js, Express.js, and a SQL database (e.g.,
SQLite). This project will enable users to manage books in a bookstore's inventory.
Key Features:
1. Book CRUD Operations: Allow users to add new books, update book details, and delete books
from the inventory.
2. Book Categories: Implement categories or genres for books to help with organization.
3. Search and Filtering: Enable users to search for books by title, author, or category.
4. Book Details: Provide detailed information about each book, including title, author, price, and
availability.
5. User Authentication: Implement user registration and login to manage the inventory securely.
6. Admin Dashboard: Create an admin dashboard for managing the entire inventory and user
accounts.
Tech Stack:
- Node.js and Express.js for building the server-side application.
- A SQL database (e.g., SQLite) for data storage.
- Sequelize ORM for database interaction and management.
- Passport.js for user authentication.
- HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for the frontend.
