Full Stack Development Course

Full-Stack Development: 26-Week Training Program.  Feb 28, 2024 

Overview
This comprehensive 26-week Full-Stack Development course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to
become proficient full-stack developers. Over the duration of the course, students will delve into both front-end and back-end
development technologies, gaining hands-on experience through practical projects and real-world applications. From building dynamic
user interfaces to managing databases and server-side logic, this course covers the full spectrum of development, preparing students
for a successful career in the tech industry.

Course Objectives:

To understand the fundamentals of web development including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
To explore front-end frameworks such as React.js or Angular.js for building interactive user interfaces.
To learn back-end development using technologies like Node.js or Django for server-side programming.
To gain proficiency in database management with SQL and NoSQL databases.
To master version control with Git and GitHub for collaborative development.
To develop practical skills through hands-on projects and assignments.
To cultivate problem-solving abilities and critical thinking in the context of full-stack development.
To prepare students for entry-level positions as full-stack developers or further education in the field of web development.

Course Structure:

Weeks 1-4: Introduction to Web Development

HTML fundamentals
CSS basics
Introduction to JavaScript
Weeks 5-8: Front-End Development
Advanced CSS techniques
JavaScript frameworks (React.js)
Responsive web design
Weeks 9-12: Back-End Development
Introduction to Node.js.
RESTful API development
Authentication and authorization
Weeks 13-16: Databases
SQL fundamentals
NoSQL databases (MongoDB)
Database integration with back-end
Weeks 17-20: Advanced Topics
Testing and debugging
Performance optimization
Security best practices
Weeks 21-24: Project Development
Individual and group projects
Applying knowledge to real-world scenarios
Weeks 25-26: Capstone Project and Career Preparation
Final project presentations
Resume building and job search strategies

Assessment:

Weekly Tasks and assignments

Three Projects evaluations
Capstone project presentation and report
Prerequisites:

Nice to have basic understanding of programming concepts but not required.

Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is helpful but not required.

Course Materials:

Textbooks and online resources

Development tools (IDEs, text editors)
Access to relevant software and platforms

Instructor:

Experienced full-stack developer with industry expertise

Completion Requirements:

Attendance of at least 80% of classes

Successful completion of all assignments and projects
Passing grades on tasks, assignment, and the capstone project

Summary
Week 1-10: Front-End Development

Week Section Lecture title

Introduction to HTML: Structure and Syntax

Introduction to Web Development Understanding CSS: Styling Web Pages
Week 1
with HTML and CSS Building Interactive UIs
Responsive Web Design Basics

Introduction to JavaScript: Basics and Fundamentals

Advanced Front-End Technologies: JavaScript DOM Manipulation: Interactivity and Events
Week 2
JavaScript Introduction to ES6+ features
Introduction of jQuery

Introduction to Front-End Frameworks

Week 3 Front-End Frameworks (React.js) Building Interactive UIs with React.js
State management in front-end frameworks

Advanced CSS Layouts: Flexbox and Grid

Week 4 Advanced Front-End Techniques CSS Preprocessors: Sass and Less
CSS Animations and Transitions

Overview of Testing in Front-End Development

Week 5 Front-End Testing and Debugging Front-End Testing Tools and Frameworks
Debugging Techniques in the Browser

Performance Profiling and Optimization Strategies

Performance Optimization for
Week 6 Code Splitting and Lazy Loading
Front-End Development Optimizing Images and Assets for the Web

Setting up Front-End Project Structure

Week 7 Front-End Project Development Building Front-End Components and Modules
Implementing Routing and Navigation

Integrating APIs and External Services

Advanced Front-End Project
Week 8 Authentication and Authorization in Front-End Applications
Development Handling State and Data Management in Complex Applications

Introduction to Web Accessibility Standards

Accessibility and
Week 9 Implementing Accessibility Features in Front-End Applications
Internationalization Internationalization and Localization in Front-End Development

Deploying Front-End Applications to Production

Week 10 Deployment and Optimization Optimizing Front-End Performance for Production
Best Practices for Front-End Deployment and Hosting
Week 11-20: Back-End Development

Week Section Lecture title

Introduction to Node.js: Setting up a Server

Introduction to Back-End
Week 11 Express.js Basics: Routing and Middleware
Development with Node.js Handling Requests and Responses

Introduction to RESTful APIs

Week 12 RESTful API Development Building RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express.js
Consuming APIs: AJAX and Fetch API

Connecting Node.js to Databases: MySQL and MongoDB

Week 13 Database Integration Introduction to SQL: Queries and Data Manipulation
NoSQL Databases: MongoDB Basics

User Authentication and Authorization in Node.js

Week 14 Authentication and Authorization OAuth and JWT Authentication
Best Practices for Securing Back-End APIs

Error Handling Techniques in Node.js

Week 15 Error Handling and Logging Implementing Logging in Node.js Applications
Monitoring and Alerting for Node.js Applications

Overview of Testing in Back-End Development

Testing and Debugging in the Back-
Week 16 Back-End Testing Tools and Frameworks
End Debugging Back-End Applications

Asynchronous Programming in Node.js

Week 17 Advanced Back-End Techniques File Uploads and Streaming in Node.js
Real-Time Communication with WebSockets

Deploying Node.js Applications to Production

Deployment and DevOps for Back-
Week 18 Containerization with Docker
End Applications
Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines

Scaling Back-End Applications Horizontally and Vertically

Scalability and Performance
Week 19 Caching Strategies for Improved Performance
Optimization Load Balancing and High Availability

Implementing Final Back-End Project Features

Final Back-End Project
Week 20 Testing and Debugging Final Back-End Project
Development Deployment and Optimization of Final Back-End Project

Week 21-26: Database Management

Week Section Lecture title

MySQL Fundamentals: Database Design and Queries

Week 21 Introduction to MySQL Advanced MySQL Techniques: Indexing and Optimization
Data Modeling with MySQL

Transactions and Concurrency Control in MySQL

Week 22 Advanced MySQL Stored Procedures and Functions
MySQL Security Best Practices

Introduction to NoSQL Databases: MongoDB Basics

Week 23 Introduction to MongoDB Data Modeling with MongoDB: Collections and Documents
CRUD Operations with MongoDB

Indexing and Query Optimization in MongoDB

Week 24 Advanced MongoDB Aggregation Framework in MongoDB
MongoDB Security Best Practices

Integrating MySQL and MongoDB with Back-End Applications

Week 25 Database Integration and Migration Data Migration Strategies and Tools
Handling Data Consistency and Integrity

Deploying MySQL and MongoDB to Production

Database Deployment and
Week 26 Performance Tuning and Optimization
Optimization Backup and Disaster Recovery Strategies
Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion in Full-Stack Development.

Note: Course content and schedule are subject to change based on industry trends and instructor discretion.

Relevant Resources
Trainer information

"With over 8 years of experience in the software industry as a full-stack developer, [Mohammad AL Sallal] is a certified professional with
extensive expertise in developing robust software solutions. Additionally, boasting over 5 years of experience in training and
professional development within the software field, [Mohammad AL Sallal] has honed the skills necessary to effectively mentor and
prepare individuals for careers in programming. Their combined knowledge of both practical application and pedagogical methods
makes them a valuable asset in the realm of software training and skill enhancement."

Company information

"Stack Soft SSS is a leading company specializing in software training and certification programs. With 9 years of experience in the
software industry as a full-stack developer, Stack Soft SSS brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to its training initiatives.

The company operates its own academy known as Stack Soft Academy, which has been providing intensive programming courses for
over 6 years. Over this time, Stack Soft Academy has successfully graduated over 400 individuals from various backgrounds and
disciplines.

Through its comprehensive curriculum and experienced instructors, Stack Soft SSS ensures that students receive high-quality training
tailored to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving software industry."