Node.js Advanced Backend for Social Media Applications

Name: Node.js Advanced Backend for Social Media Applications
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Master Node.js by building a real-world RESTful API (with authentication, Node.js security, MongoDB and more)

Created byCem Salta

Last updated 5/2024

English

What you'll learn

Work with one of the most in-demand web development programming languages
Build modern, fast and scalable server-side web applications with NodeJS, MongoDB and more
Learn the basics as well as advanced concepts of NodeJS in great detail
Understand the NodeJS ecosystem and build server-side rendered apps, REST APIs
Learn to Create Real World APIs
Learn some of the vital concepts of back-end engineering
Deeply understand what HTTP really is and how it works
Get to a level capable of easily learning various NodeJS frameworks and libraries
Understand the methods to create Real World REST Applications

Course content

6 sections • 43 lectures • 8h 3m total length

Introduction1:56
FullStack Application Architecture Diagram10:47
Setting Up MongoDB3:31
MongoDB Compass Download2:08
Postman Download3:58
Downloading Visual Studio Code2:02
Setting Up Node1:44

11. UserPost Model7:41
12. UserPost POST Route8:21
Create a secured user post route with Express, using the user post model, authenticating with a bearer token, saving new posts to the database, and returning the created post.
13. GET UserPost Chronologically6:33
14. ApiError implementation in Login10:21
15. Pagination for UserPosts12:50
16. Upload Images to the Database12:18
Explore how to upload images directly into a database with multer and sharp, including resizing to 350x350, converting to PNG, and storing the binary data in a user post.
17. Get UserPost Image6:32
Create a get route to fetch a user post image by id, return the image with a proper content-type header, and handle missing images or errors for seamless client display.
18. Comment Model and POST12:15
19. GET Comments4:35

20. Project Restructuring and Validator7:48
Reorganize the api with type-based folders and dedicated validators to improve scalability and routing. Implement Joy-based input validation for user data and modular router configuration.
21. Validate Function13:48
22. New App Architecture23:41
23. CreateUser15:52
Create a user endpoint by implementing a router and handler, use a service to get user by email or username, then save to the database and generate an auth token.
24. List Users Handler9:28
25. Get Users by Ids17:55
26. UserPost New Structure18:40
27. UserPost Fetch With Pagination18:50
Create a get route to fetch posts with authentication and a paginated list sorted by creation date from newest to oldest. Implement page and limit handling for pagination.
28. Upload Post Image15:11
29. Get Post Image8:58
30. Create Comments17:25
31. Get Comments by Post9:49
32. Delete Comment10:01
33. Follow User18:40
This lecture adds a follow feature to the node.js user model, introducing followers and followings arrays. It builds a follow route with authentication, validation, and error handling to update relationships.
34. Unfollow User4:00
35. Like & Unlike Post11:08

Requirements

Basic programming concepts experience can be useful.

Description

Unlock the secrets of popular social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook in our comprehensive course on API development using Node.js! This extensive course is designed for learners at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced developers looking to enhance their skills.

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are crucial for modern web applications, and this course offers you a unique opportunity to understand how major platforms build and manage their APIs. Whether you’re starting with zero knowledge or you have some familiarity with Node.js, this course will guide you through everything you need to know about creating powerful and efficient APIs.

Here's what you'll learn:

Introduction to Node.js: Basics and core modules
API Development: Principles of RESTful and MVC API design
Real-World Examples: Learn how Twitter and Facebook architect their APIs to handle millions of users
Working with Express.js: Simplify your API development
Authentication and Security: Protect your APIs as seen in industry-leading platforms
Data Handling: Manage user data, sessions, and cookies effectively
User Engagement: Techniques for handling notifications, newsfeeds, and real-time data streams
Server-Side Utilities: Image File uploads and Image Editing on Node.js
Database Integration: Using NoSQL database (MongoDB) for robust data management
Deployment and Testing: Deploy and maintain your Node.js applications with confidence using AWS EC2 and MongoDB Atlast

This course not only delves into the theoretical aspects but also engages you in building practical projects that mimic real-world applications like Instagram and Twitter. These projects will utilize all the features discussed, giving you hands-on experience in a realistic setting.

If you’ve ever wondered how top social media platforms manage their backend operations smoothly, this course is for you. From setting up your development environment to deploying and scaling your applications, we cover it all. Join us to transform into a skilled Node.js developer capable of building enterprise-level APIs.

Who this course is for:

Beginner and Intermediate Backend Developers who want to scale their ability and Learn how to create Industry Standard REST APIs

Node.js Advanced Backend for Social Media Applications

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Course content

Introduction7 lectures • 26min

Creating the Node.js Project and Setups4 lectures • 34min

Authentication Routes6 lectures • 1hr 30min

Content Creation Routes9 lectures • 1hr 21min

Advanced API Structure16 lectures • 3hr 41min

Deployment & Production1 lecture • 31min

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