Objectives:
• Understand the fundamentals of Node.js and its applications in web development
• Learn how to build scalable and efficient server-side applications using Node.js
• Develop skills in creating RESTful APIs and handling HTTP requests
• Gain knowledge of asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture in Node.js
• Explore popular Node.js frameworks and libraries for web development
Course Content:
Introduction to Node.js
• Overview of Node.js and its features
• Understanding the event-driven, non-blocking I/O model
• Installing and setting up Node.js environment
Node.js Core Modules
• Working with built-in modules (e.g., http, fs, path)
• Handling file system operations
• Creating and managing HTTP servers
Asynchronous Programming in Node.js
• Callbacks and handling asynchronous code
• Promises and async/await syntax
• Event emitters and event-driven architecture
Building Web Applications with Node.js
• Creating RESTful APIs using HTTP methods
• Handling HTTP requests and responses
• Parsing request data (e.g., query strings, request bodies)
Express.js Framework
• Introduction to Express.js and its features
• Setting up an Express.js application
• Routing and handling HTTP requests
• Middleware and its usage in Express.js
Database Integration
• Connecting to databases (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL) using Node.js
• Performing CRUD operations using popular libraries (e.g., Mongoose, Sequelize)
• Handling database connections and transactions
Real-Time Applications with Socket.IO
• Introduction to WebSockets and real-time communication
• Building real-time applications using Socket.IO
• Implementing chat applications and real-time notifications
Testing and Debugging
• Unit testing with frameworks like Mocha and Chai
• Integration testing and end-to-end testing
• Debugging techniques and tools for Node.js applications
Deployment and Scaling
• Packaging and distributing Node.js applications
• Deploying Node.js applications to cloud platforms (e.g., Heroku, AWS)
• Load balancing and scaling Node.js applications
Who Can Attend:
• Web developers looking to expand their skills in server-side development
• Aspiring full-stack developers interested in learning Node.js
• Software engineers and architects seeking to build scalable and efficient web applications
• IT professionals and hobbyists interested in exploring the capabilities of Node.js
Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities
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DATE:
1ST BATCH: 18th – 21st Mar, 2025
2ND BATCH: 9th – 12th Sept, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos