What happens behind the scenes at your favourite website? Its scope is not limited to flashy buttons and front-end design. The secret world that manages the data, makes the website function and links you to all the resources this website has. Who is responsible for this unseen realm? Backend developers!

Modern web apps are developed using backend development. The process of backend entails the creation of databases, server-side logic and APIs that manage the user interface. With the technology evolving, the need for skilled backend developers continues to arise. Techpaathshala, India’s First Simulation-Based Training Institute, aims to fulfil this need for backend developers by training them through their backend development course in a simulated work environment. This tutorial is designed to help you get started in your path of becoming a successful backend developer. 

Part 1: Fundamental Skills.

Programming Languages:

The ease and comprehensibility of Python are its primary attributes, making it a popular choice for backend programming. It’s well-suited for applications in machine learning, data science, and web applications.

A scalable and reliable language for enterprise applications is Java. Why? Highly efficient building systems make it a perfect fit.’

JavaScript’s runtime environment, specifically Node.js, enables the development of effective and scalable network applications. APIs and real-time applications are well-suited for it. Why?

To have Effective and optimized code, you need to have a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures. Why? Among the key ideas are:

• Arrays.
• Linked lists.
• Stacks.
• Queues.
• Trees.
• Graphs.
• Sorting algorithms (e.g., bubble sort, merge sort, quick sort)
• Searching algorithms (e.g., linear search, binary search)

MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle are frequently used relational databases (SDB) for structured data.

Both semi-structured and unstructured DB data are well-suited for NoSQL databases, including Redis and MongoDB.

Part 2: Backend Development Technologies.

Web Frameworks:

Django (Python): A high-level framework for developing websites rapidly.

Flask: A Python framework that is both lightweight and flexible for developing web applications.

Spring Boot (Java):  A powerful framework for developing enterprise-level apps.

Express.js (also known as Node.js) is a simple framework for web application programming.

API Development: Designing and implementing RESTful APIs that utilize HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) to interact with data.

GraphQL: An API query language that allows clients to request specific data.

Cloud Computing: Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP are utilized to establish dependable and easily scaled infrastructure.

Serverless Computing: Build and run apps using serverless computing.eu. (Services or applications)

Part 3: Essential Soft Skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills: Divide difficult issues into smaller, more doable stages. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills: Divide difficult issues into smaller, more doable stages.

Effective communication: Communicate effectively by working with team members and expressing ideas clearly.

Teamwork and collaboration: Work effectively & perform well in diverse teams.

Continuous learning and adaptability: Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends.

Version control (Git): Manage code changes efficiently using Git.

Part 4: Building a Strong Portfolio

Personal Projects: To showcase your skills, and develop web apps, APIs, or data pipelines.

Open-source Contributions: Participate in open-source projects to learn from others and gain experience.

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