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Modern JavaScript Tooling, Modules, and Backend Integration
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Modern JavaScript Tooling, Modules, and Backend Integration

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand how JavaScript modules help organize and maintain code effectively.

  • Set up Webpack to bundle JavaScript and manage assets like CSS and images.

  • Use Node.js and Express to create backend APIs and connect with MongoDB.

  • Implement a full-stack application using a combination of frontend and backend tools like Webpack, Node.js, and MongoDB.

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April 2025

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There are 6 modules in this course

In this module, we will dive into the concept of JavaScript modules and explore their role in organizing and maintaining code. We will also cover key tools like Node.js, NPM packages, and bundlers such as Webpack, helping you streamline your development process and optimize code for production. You'll learn the practical steps to set up these tools in your projects.

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15 videos2 readings1 assignment

In this module, we will explore key JavaScript data structures, such as arrays, sets, and maps, and delve into iterators and generators. These concepts will allow you to manage and manipulate data efficiently. By the end of this module, you'll be able to leverage these tools to write more effective and scalable code in your projects.

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11 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will dive into unit testing for algorithms, using Jest to ensure our code works as expected. You'll gain hands-on experience writing tests for algorithms such as reversing strings, checking for palindromes, and chunking arrays. This module is designed to help you develop more robust and maintainable code through automated testing.

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10 videos1 assignment

In this bonus module, we will explore the built-in Node.js modules and how to use them effectively. Topics will include working with files, directories, HTTP requests, and creating custom modules. By the end of the section, you’ll have the skills to integrate Node.js modules seamlessly into your backend projects.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this bonus module, we will build a RESTful backend API for the RandomIdeas platform using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB. You’ll learn how to handle HTTP requests, perform CRUD operations with a database, and deploy your API to the cloud. This hands-on project will strengthen your backend development skills.

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10 videos1 assignment

In this bonus module, we will build the frontend for the RandomIdeas platform using Webpack. You will learn how to set up Webpack for bundling, optimize your development workflow, and connect your frontend to the backend API. By the end of the module, you’ll have a complete full-stack web application.

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11 videos1 reading2 assignments

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