Welcome to my repository documenting my journey into the world of backend development! Here, I'll be pushing code, notes, and examples as I learn and explore various backend technologies and concepts.
- Node.js: Learning the fundamentals of server-side JavaScript, event-driven architecture, and the Node.js ecosystem.
- Express.js: Diving into this popular Node.js web application framework to build robust and scalable APIs and web applications.
- npm (Node Package Manager): Understanding how to manage dependencies and utilize the vast library of packages available.
- Environment Variables: Learning how to configure applications using
.envfiles for security and flexibility. - Routing: Grasping the concepts of handling different HTTP requests and mapping them to specific server-side logic.
- Middleware: Understanding how to use middleware functions to add functionality and processing to request-response cycles in Express.
- Serving Static Files: Learning how to serve HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other static assets to the client.
- APIs (Application Programming Interfaces): Building and understanding RESTful APIs for communication between different software systems.
- JSON (JavaScript Object Notation): Working with JSON for data exchange.
- HTTP Methods: Understanding GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and other HTTP methods.
- Status Codes: Learning about different HTTP status codes and their meanings.
- Basic Security Concepts: Getting started with fundamental backend security practices.
- (Future Topics): Databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL), Authentication, Authorization, Testing, Deployment, and more!
- Code Examples: Small, focused code snippets illustrating specific concepts and features of Node.js and Express.
- Mini-Projects: As I progress, I'll be building small, self-contained backend applications to solidify my understanding.
- Notes and Explanations: Markdown files containing my notes, explanations of concepts, and any challenges I encounter along the way.
- Potentially: Links to helpful resources, tutorials, and articles that I find useful.
I will try to organize the content in a way that reflects my learning progression. You might find folders named after specific topics or mini-projects. Feel free to browse through the directories and explore the code and notes.
My approach is hands-on and iterative. I believe in learning by doing, experimenting, and building. I'll be focusing on understanding the core concepts and gradually building more complex applications.
While this repository primarily serves as my personal learning log, I am open to constructive feedback and suggestions if you happen to stumble upon it. If you notice any errors or have ideas for improvement, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.
Thank you for visiting my learning journey repository! Stay tuned for updates as I continue to explore the exciting world of backend development.
Last Updated: April 7, 2025 (IST)