This course introduces Node.js, one of the most popular tools for building efficient web applications. By exploring server-side JavaScript, asynchronous programming, and RESTful APIs, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of modern web development.
Node.js for Beginners
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Build secure and efficient Node.js applications from scratch
Effectively use npm packages and implement best practices for deployment
Deploy applications using Docker and PM2 for production environments
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March 2026
Assessments
17 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 17 modules in this course
In this section, we explore Node.js features, architecture, and versioning to guide project decisions and ecosystem navigation.
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2 videos3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore installing Node.js on multiple platforms, managing versions with NVM, and debugging with Chrome DevTools and the Node.js REPL for effective development workflows.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we cover JavaScript fundamentals including data types, functions, closures, and versioning.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore asynchronous programming in JavaScript, focusing on callbacks, promises, and async/await. Key concepts include avoiding callback hell and converting asynchronous operations between handlers.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore Node.js core libraries, modular code using ESM and CJS, and strategies for interoperability between module systems.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we cover npm dependency management, package-lock.json, and publishing packages for stable projects.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore event-driven architecture in Node.js, focusing on event handling and HTTP servers.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we explore testing in Node.js, focusing on implementing test suites with Jest, analyzing coverage, and applying TDD for reliable code development.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we cover HTTP, REST APIs, and RFCs, focusing on request methods and debugging for web development.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore Express fundamentals, including routing, middleware, and request/response handling, to build scalable web applications and REST APIs effectively.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we build an Express application with REST API, test it using Supertest and Jest, and integrate file system storage for real-world development practices.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we learn to set up MongoDB, use Mongoose, and test for reliable database migration in Node.js.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore user authentication and authorization using JWT and Passport.js, focusing on cryptography, third-party integration, and practical implementation in web applications.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore error handling in Node.js, focusing on custom errors, runtime error recovery, and graceful shutdown with exit codes for application stability.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we explore securing web applications using OWASP Top 10, CWE, and CVE. We apply these frameworks to create a Node.js security checklist and foster ethical hacking skills.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore deploying Node.js applications using GitHub Actions, PM2, and DigitalOcean. Key concepts include defining requirements, CI/CD workflows, and cloud-based database integration.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore deploying a Node.js application with Docker, integrating GitHub Actions for CI, publishing images to Docker Hub, and securing the app with Cloudflare SSL.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
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