Fullstack Web Development

MERN Stack Project

Description

The MERN stack is a powerful set of technologies for building modern web applications. In this course, you will learn how to create fullstack applications by combining MongoDB for database management, Express.js for backend routing, React for building dynamic UIs, and Node.js for running the server. This hands-on course will guide you through the process of building a complete application, from setting up the backend with Node.js and Express to connecting a frontend with React and managing data with MongoDB. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to build full-featured web applications and deploy them to production.

Course Content

Introduction to Fullstack Web Development

Overview of the MERN stack and how MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js work together in a fullstack application.

Setting Up the Development Environment

Install the necessary tools and set up a code editor, Node.js, MongoDB, and React.

Building the Backend with Node.js and Express

Learn how to set up a RESTful API using Node.js and Express, handle HTTP requests, and manage routing.

Connecting to MongoDB

Learn how to set up and interact with a MongoDB database, performing CRUD operations through your Express API.

Building the Frontend with React

Learn the basics of React and how to build dynamic, interactive user interfaces using components and state management.

Integrating the Backend and Frontend

Connect the React frontend to the Express backend by sending HTTP requests (API calls) and displaying data dynamically.

User Authentication with JWT

Learn how to implement user authentication using JWT (JSON Web Tokens) and create a login system with protected routes.

Managing Application State with Redux

Use Redux to manage global state in React, and learn how to connect it to your frontend for better data handling.

Error Handling and Validation

Handle errors gracefully in both frontend and backend, and implement data validation to ensure correct inputs.

Deploying the MERN Application

Learn how to deploy your fullstack MERN application to platforms like Heroku and MongoDB Atlas for cloud hosting.

Requirements

Basic understanding of JavaScript (preferably after completing the JavaScript and React courses).
Familiarity with HTML and CSS.
A computer with internet access.
Code editor: Visual Studio Code (recommended).
Node.js and npm installed on your system (instructions provided).
MongoDB installed locally or use MongoDB Atlas (cloud-based database).
Basic understanding of web development concepts like HTTP requests and REST APIs is helpful.

What you'll learn

Master fullstack development: Learn how to combine frontend and backend technologies to build dynamic, data-driven applications.
Create real-world applications: Gain hands-on experience by building a full-featured MERN stack application from scratch.
Work with modern web technologies: Learn how to use popular frameworks and tools like React, Express, and MongoDB, which are widely used in the industry.

Implement user authentication: Learn how to secure your applications with JWT authentication and manage users and sessions.
Prepare for a career in web development: Fullstack development is highly in demand, and this course will give you the skills needed to build full-fledged applications that work seamlessly across both the frontend and backend.
Deploy your applications: Learn how to deploy your MERN stack applications to production, making them accessible to the world.