Master Node.js & Express Backend
Build fast, secure backend services with Node.js and Express — REST APIs, authentication, databases, validation and deployment.
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Program Overview
Node.js & Express Backend is an intermediate-level live online course running 8 weeks (54 hrs), priced at $800 USD, taught by instructors in evening and weekend cohorts for learners in the US and Canada, with a certificate of completion.
Build fast, secure backend services with Node.js and Express — REST APIs, authentication, databases, validation and deployment. What you will build: a REST API with authentication, validation and a database, fully tested and deployed. Tools and technologies: Node.js, Express, MongoDB or PostgreSQL, JWT, Postman, dotenv, Jest, Git. Format: 54 hours of live, instructor-led online training over about 8 weeks, in evening and weekend cohorts for learners in the US and Canada, with hands-on labs, recorded sessions and mentor support. Career pathways: Node.js Developer, Backend Developer, API Developer, Full Stack Developer (junior). Resume review and interview guidance are available to all learners.
Course Highlights
- 54 hours of live instructor-led training
- Hands-on projects and real-world labs
- Tools: Node.js, Express, MongoDB or PostgreSQL
- Certificate of completion
- Career guidance for US & Canada job market
- Recorded sessions and mentor support
Minimum Requirements
- JavaScript fundamentals
- Laptop or desktop with stable internet
Who is this for ?
- JavaScript developers moving to the backend
- Frontend developers going full stack
- Learners preparing for MERN/MEAN roles
Curriculum
Course Curriculum
5 modules · 20 topics0 hours total
- 1Event loop
- 2modules
- 3file system
- 4npm
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Certification
Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of completion for the Node.js & Express Backend program that you can share with employers and add to your LinkedIn profile — a record of the hands-on skills and projects you completed.
- Verifiable ID: Unique credential link for LinkedIn.
- Skill Validation: Proof of hands-on project completion.
- Corporate Branding: CO-branded with your company logo.
Student Reviews
Why learn this online
Front-end and web development are the most visible, portfolio-friendly skills in tech — every project you build is something you can show a hiring manager or client directly. Learning online with live instruction and real frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, or plain HTML/CSS/JS) gets you to a deployable, demo-able portfolio faster than almost any other track.
Who this is for
- ✓Visual thinkers who like building interfaces
- ✓Career switchers wanting a fast, tangible portfolio
- ✓Designers wanting to add coding skills
Career outcomes
- Front-End Developer
- Web Developer
- UI Engineer
- Freelance Web Developer
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Node.js & Express Backend course cost?
The Node.js & Express Backend course costs $800 (USD) for 8 Weeks (54 hrs) of live, instructor-led online training. The fee covers live classes, recorded sessions, hands-on projects, mentor support and the certificate of completion.
What projects will I build in Node.js & Express Backend?
You will build a REST API with authentication, validation and a database, fully tested and deployed.
Which tools and technologies does Node.js & Express Backend cover?
Node.js & Express Backend covers Node.js, Express, MongoDB or PostgreSQL, JWT, Postman, dotenv, Jest, Git.
Is the Node.js & Express Backend course online or in person?
The Node.js & Express Backend program is delivered live and online with instructor-led sessions, so you can join from anywhere in the US, Canada, or beyond. Sessions are interactive and recordings are available for review.
How long is the Node.js & Express Backend course?
The Node.js & Express Backend program runs for 8 Weeks (54 hrs). Cohorts are scheduled in the evenings and on weekends to fit around a full-time job.
What level is the Node.js & Express Backend course — is it suitable for beginners?
The Node.js & Express Backend program is pitched at a intermediate level. Some prior familiarity helps, and the curriculum builds toward job-ready skills.
Do I get a certificate after completing Node.js & Express Backend?
Yes — you receive a verifiable certificate of completion for the Node.js & Express Backend program, which you can share with employers and add to your LinkedIn profile.
Does the Node.js & Express Backend course include placement or career support?
Yes. MITS Edge programs include career support — resume reviews, mock interviews, and job-search guidance aligned to the US and Canadian hiring markets.
Do I need any prior experience to join Node.js & Express Backend?
Recommended prerequisites: JavaScript fundamentals; Laptop or desktop with stable internet.
Which framework should I learn first — React, Vue, or Angular?
React has the largest job market and hiring demand in North America; Vue and Angular are strong in specific enterprise niches. The underlying JavaScript and component concepts transfer between all three.
Do I need to know backend development to be a web developer?
Not to start. Many front-end roles focus purely on the browser experience, though pairing front-end skills with basic backend/API knowledge (full-stack) widens your job options.
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