Server-Side JavaScript with Node.js JSNODE

With the introduction of Node.js, JavaScript broke free from the browser, enabling developers to use a single language across the entire stack. Node.js has transformed server-side programming, providing a fast, scalable, and efficient way to build back-end applications, web services, and APIs. Our Server-Side JavaScript with Node.js course guides participants through the fundamentals of Node.js, helping them leverage JavaScript to create robust server-side applications and APIs. This course is ideal for those looking to harness JavaScript’s full potential across both client and server.

Target Audience

This course is intended for:

• Front-End Developers: Transitioning to full-stack development by learning how to use JavaScript on the server.
• Back-End Developers: Exploring non-blocking, event-driven server architectures.
• Full-Stack Developers: Looking to consolidate their JavaScript skills across the stack and simplify their development workflow.
• IT Professionals and Graduates: Preparing for roles requiring proficiency in modern back-end development with JavaScript.

Career Opportunities and Advancement

Mastering Node.js and server-side JavaScript opens a range of promising career paths:

• Full-Stack Developer: With expertise in both front-end and back-end JavaScript, work seamlessly across the stack.
• Back-End Developer: Develop high-performance applications, handle real-time data, and build scalable server architectures.
• API Developer: Design and implement RESTful services and APIs using Node.js to integrate with front-end and third-party applications.
• Microservices Architect: Utilize Node.js to build and orchestrate microservices for modular and scalable applications.

Node.js developers are in high demand across tech industries, from startups to large corporations, offering competitive salaries and career growth potential. This skillset can lead to advanced roles such as Technical Lead, Full-Stack Architect, and DevOps Engineer.

Course Prerequisites

To ensure success in this course, participants should have:

• JavaScript Fundamentals: A solid understanding of JavaScript basics, including asynchronous programming (callbacks and promises).
• Web Development Basics: Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and HTTP concepts is helpful for understanding the client-server relationship.

For those who need a refresher, we recommend Jumping Bean’s Core JavaScript Fundamentals course to build a strong foundation.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Node.js

• Traditional Server-Side I/O Models and Their Limitations
• Event-Driven, Non-Blocking I/O in Node.js
• Understanding Concurrency in Node.js

Module 2: Installation & Environment Setup

• Installing Node.js and NPM
• Setting Up an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
• Project Creation and Layout: package.json and Structure
• Using Node Package Manager (NPM) and Executing Node Scripts

Module 3: Module and Dependency Management

• Understanding Modules: ES6 Modules vs. Node.js Modules
• Core Modules and Dependency Management with NPM
• Installing Packages: Global vs. Local
• Creating and Using Custom Modules

Module 4: Working with the File System and Streams

• Basic File Manipulation with the File System Module
• Reading, Writing, and Managing Files and Directories
• Introduction to Streams: Readable and Writable Interfaces

Module 5: Events and the Event Loop in Node.js

• Event-Driven Programming and the Event Loop
• Event Emitter and the EventEmitter Class
• Event Phases and Event Handlers

Module 6: Asynchronous Programming in Node.js

• Revisiting Callbacks and Error Handling
• Promises and Async/Await for Cleaner Asynchronous Code

Module 7: Build and Dependency Management

• Introduction to Gulp for Build Management
• Writing Build Scripts and Running Gulp
• Managing and Compiling Stylesheets and Scripts for Production

Module 8: Debugging and Unit Testing

• Using console.log and the debug Logging Package
• Configuring Logging and Using the Node Inspector Debugger
• Unit Testing with Mocha and Chai: Testing Asynchronous Code, Using Chai’s Assert and Expect APIs

Module 9: Building Web Servers with Express.js

• Setting Up a Simple Express Application
• Defining Routes, Handling Requests, and Sending Responses
• Working with URL Parameters and Query Strings

Module 10: Developing Microservices with Node.js

• Introduction to RESTful API Design and Implementation
• Setting Up a Simple REST Service
• Connecting Node.js to MongoDB: Inserting, Updating, Querying, and Deleting Data

Why Choose Jumping Bean for Node.js Training?

Jumping Bean is a leading provider of IT training and consulting, with over 20 years of experience in delivering top-quality education across Africa and internationally. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Industry-Experienced Instructors: Our trainers bring extensive real-world experience, enabling them to provide insights and practical guidance beyond the standard curriculum.
• Hands-On, Practical Approach: Our course focuses on project-based learning, with exercises and real-world scenarios that ensure you can apply your skills immediately in professional settings.
• Up-to-Date Curriculum: With JavaScript and Node.js continuously evolving, we ensure our content reflects the latest standards, APIs, and best practices.
• Flexible Learning Options: We offer instructor-led courses online or in-person, and self-paced options, allowing you to learn at your convenience.
• Trusted Training Provider: Jumping Bean partners with leading organizations such as Google and The Linux Foundation, a testament to our commitment to quality and excellence in IT training.

Unlock the potential of JavaScript on the server with Jumping Bean’s Server-Side JavaScript with Node.js course, and gain the skills needed to excel in back-end and full-stack development. Start your journey today with Jumping Bean and build the expertise that employers are looking for in modern web development.