Software Development · Corporate Training

Node.js Backend Development

Design and build scalable back-ends, REST APIs and real-time services with Node.js and Express.

19 modules On-site · Online · At our centre Completion certificate
Key outcomes

What your team will learn

Server-Side JavaScript

Master Node.js core modules, event loop architecture, and asynchronous programming.

RESTful API Design

Build scalable and well-documented APIs using Express.js routing and custom middleware.

Database Integration

Connect to NoSQL (MongoDB) and relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) safely and efficiently.

Security & Auth

Implement robust JWT authentication, password hashing, OAuth, and API rate limiting.

Real-Time WebSockets

Create bi-directional communication channels using Socket.io for chat and live notifications.

Docker & Deployment

Containerize your applications with Docker and deploy resilient services to AWS and Render.

Curriculum

Program curriculum

19 modules. Modules and depth can be customised for your team.

01JavaScript Fundamentals for Backend
  • JavaScript Basics: Variables, Data Types, Operators, Functions, Arrays & Objects, Loops & Conditions
  • ES6+ Features: Arrow Functions, Destructuring, Spread & Rest Operators, Template Literals, Modules
  • Async JavaScript: Callbacks, Promises, Async/Await, Event Loop
02Introduction to Node.js
  • What is Node.js: Node.js Architecture, Event-Driven Model, Non-Blocking I/O
  • Installing Node.js: Node Installation, NPM Installation, Node REPL, Running Scripts, Command Line Basics
03Node.js Core Modules
  • File System Module: Reading Files, Writing Files, Streams
  • OS Module, Path Module, Events Module, HTTP Module
  • Buffer & Streams: Readable Streams, Writable Streams
04NPM & Package Management
  • NPM Fundamentals: Installing Packages, package.json, Dependencies
  • Popular Packages: Nodemon, dotenv, bcrypt, uuid
  • Custom Modules: Export & Import
05Express.js Framework
  • Introduction to Express: Express Architecture, Creating Servers
  • Routing: GET Requests, POST Requests, PUT Requests, DELETE Requests
  • Middleware: Built-in Middleware, Custom Middleware
  • Request & Response Objects: req Object, res Object
06REST API Development
  • REST API Fundamentals: REST Principles, API Design
  • CRUD Operations: Create, Read, Update, Delete
  • API Testing: Postman, Thunder Client
  • API Versioning, API Documentation
07MongoDB Integration
  • MongoDB Fundamentals: Collections, Documents, CRUD Operations
  • Mongoose: Schemas, Models, Validation
  • Relationships: Referencing, Population
08SQL Integration with Node.js
  • MySQL Integration: Database Connection, CRUD Queries
  • PostgreSQL Basics: Query Execution, Transactions
09Authentication & Authorization
  • Authentication Basics: Login Systems, Password Hashing
  • JWT Authentication: Token Generation, Token Verification
  • Role-Based Access: Admin/User Roles, Protected APIs
  • OAuth Basics: Google Login, GitHub Login
10File Uploads & Storage
  • File Upload Systems: Multer, File Validation
  • Cloud Storage: AWS S3 Integration, Cloudinary
  • Image Processing: Compression, Resizing
11Real-Time Applications
  • Socket.io: WebSockets, Real-Time Communication
  • Real-Time Projects: Chat Applications, Notification Systems
12Error Handling & Logging
  • Error Handling: Global Error Middleware, Custom Errors
  • Logging: Morgan, Winston
  • Debugging: Debugging APIs, Performance Monitoring
13Security in Node.js
  • Security Fundamentals: CORS, Helmet, Rate Limiting
  • Data Protection: Input Validation, SQL Injection Prevention, XSS Protection
  • Environment Variables: dotenv Configuration
14Advanced Backend Concepts
  • Event Loop Deep Dive, Clustering, Worker Threads
  • Caching: Redis Basics
  • Background Jobs: Bull Queue
  • API Rate Limiting
15Microservices Basics
  • Monolithic vs Microservices
  • Service Communication, API Gateway Basics, Message Queues Overview
16Testing in Node.js
  • Unit Testing: Jest Basics
  • API Testing: Supertest, Mocking APIs
  • Test Coverage
17Deployment & DevOps Basics
  • Git & GitHub: Version Control, Collaboration
  • Docker Basics: Containerization, Dockerfile
  • Deployment: Render, Railway, AWS EC2
  • Environment Configuration: Production Setup
18TypeScript with Node.js
  • TypeScript Fundamentals: Types, Interfaces, Generics
  • TypeScript APIs: Typed Express Applications
19Real-Time Backend Projects
  • Major Projects: E-Commerce Backend API, Social Media Backend, Real-Time Chat Application, Learning Management System API, AI Backend Service
Tools

Tools & technologies covered

Node.jsExpress.jsMongoDBREST APIsMongoDBMySQLPostgreSQLRedisDockerGitHubAWSRenderJestPostmanSupertest
Audience

Who should attend

Software developers & engineersFreshers joining tech teamsQA & support engineersTechnical leads modernising their stack
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Node.js and why is it important for backend development?

Node.js is a powerful JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine. It allows developers to run JavaScript on the server side. It is essential because its event-driven, non-blocking I/O model makes it lightweight and incredibly efficient, perfect for data-intensive real-time applications that run across distributed devices.

Do I need to know JavaScript before learning Node.js?

We structure this program to be fully comprehensive. Module 1 is completely dedicated to JavaScript fundamentals and ES6+ features. Even if you are a beginner, we ensure your core programming logic in JavaScript is solid before introducing server-side architecture.

How is Node.js different from other backend technologies?

Unlike traditional multithreaded backend languages (like Java or PHP) which create a new thread for every request, Node.js operates on a single-thread event loop. This non-blocking architecture allows it to handle thousands of concurrent connections efficiently, making it highly preferred for streaming, real-time chats, and microservices.

What is the course duration and schedule?

The Node.js Master Program generally takes 3 to 4 months to complete. This includes fundamental concepts, database integrations (MongoDB & SQL), security protocols, DevOps basics, and dedicated weeks for building your capstone projects.

Can this program be customised for our team?

Yes. We tailor the modules, depth, examples and hands-on projects to your team's current skills, technology stack and business goals.

Where is the training delivered?

On-site at your office or campus, live online for distributed teams, or at our training centre in Nagole, Hyderabad, whichever suits your team best.

How long does the program take?

Duration depends on the modules you choose and your team's availability. Our training proposal includes a detailed schedule with hours, timeline and session plan.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants who complete the program receive a PRR Technologies training completion certificate.

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