2. Advanced Back-End Development

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Sections

  • 1

    Web Servers And Http Protocol

    This section explores the critical roles of web servers and the HTTP protocol in facilitating web communication.

  • 1.1.1

    Http Protocol

    The HTTP protocol facilitates data transfer over the web, allowing communication between clients and servers.

  • 1.1.2

    Http Methods

    This section covers key HTTP methods used in web development, providing an overview of their roles in client-server communication.

  • 1.2

    Databases

    Databases are crucial for managing persistent data in back-end development, enabling efficient data retrieval, manipulation, and storage.

  • 1.2.1

    Relational Databases (Rdbms)

    Relational databases use tables to store and manage data, allowing complex data relationships and efficient query handling.

  • 1.2.2

    Nosql Databases

    NoSQL databases are designed for handling large volumes of unstructured or semi-structured data, offering flexibility and scalability compared to traditional relational databases.

  • 1.2.3

    Database Optimization Techniques

    This section focuses on advanced database optimization techniques essential for improving the performance and scalability of back-end systems.

  • 1.3

    Authentication And Security

    This section discusses essential authentication and security measures required in back-end development to protect users and services.

  • 1.3.1

    Authentication Vs. Authorization

    Authentication verifies user identities, while authorization determines user access to resources based on their roles.

  • 1.3.2

    Authentication Methods

    This section explores various authentication methods essential for securing web applications.

  • 1.3.3

    Encryption

    Encryption is critical in back-end development for securing communication and sensitive data.

  • 1.4

    Apis And Microservices

    APIs and microservices are pivotal in modern software development, enabling communication between different systems and allowing applications to be built as modular services.

  • 1.4.1

    Restful Apis

    This section covers RESTful APIs, their principles, and their application in modern web development.

  • 1.4.2

    Graphql

    GraphQL is an alternative to REST that allows clients to request only the data they need, enhancing flexibility and efficiency in web development.

  • 1.4.3

    Microservices Architecture

    Microservices architecture divides applications into independent services for better scalability and management.

  • 1.4.4

    Api Gateway

    An API Gateway acts as a reverse proxy that routes client requests to the appropriate microservices, handling various tasks such as authentication, logging, and rate limiting.

  • 1.5

    Performance Optimization

    Performance optimization in back-end development involves techniques to improve the speed, efficiency, and scalability of web applications.

  • 1.5.1

    Caching

    Caching enhances system performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data.

  • 1.5.2

    Load Balancing

    Load balancing ensures efficient distribution of network traffic across multiple servers to prevent any single server from being overwhelmed.

  • 1.5.3

    Asynchronous Processing

    Asynchronous processing allows background tasks to run without blocking user interactions in web applications.

  • 1.6

    Serverless And Cloud Technologies

    This section explores serverless computing and cloud technologies, highlighting their impact on back-end development.

  • 1.6.1

    Serverless Architecture

    Serverless architecture allows developers to focus on coding without managing server infrastructure, leading to increased cost-effectiveness and scalability.

  • 1.6.2

    Cloud Platforms

    This section covers cloud computing platforms and their impact on back-end development.

References

AFSWD ch2.pdf

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