1. Advanced Front-End Development

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Sections

  • 1

    Evolution Of Front-End Architecture

    This section covers the transformation of front-end development from static websites to dynamic, interactive web applications and introduces modern architectural patterns.

  • 1.1.1

    From Static To Dynamic

    This section outlines the evolution of front-end development from static websites to dynamic web applications.

  • 1.1.2

    Modern Architectural Patterns

    This section discusses the key modern architectural patterns in front-end development, emphasizing component-based architecture, modular CSS, and reactive programming paradigms.

  • 1.2

    Component-Based Frameworks Deep Dive

    This section delves into component-based frameworks, focusing on the key features and functionalities of popular frameworks like React, Vue, Angular, and Svelte.

  • 1.2.1

    React.js

    This section introduces React.js, focusing on its core features such as JSX, the Virtual DOM, Hooks, state management, and the Context API.

  • 1.2.2

    Vue.js

    This section delves into Vue.js, focusing on its reactivity system, Composition API, and state management options like Vuex and Pinia.

  • 1.2.3

    Angular

    This section provides an overview of Angular, highlighting its TypeScript foundation, dependency injection, and reactive programming features.

  • 1.2.4

    Svelte (Optional Modern Take)

    This section introduces Svelte, a modern front-end framework that compiles components into highly efficient imperative JavaScript, eliminating the need for a virtual DOM.

  • 1.3

    Performance Optimization Techniques

    This section covers key performance optimization techniques in front-end development, focusing on code splitting, asset optimization, and runtime performance.

  • 1.3.1

    Code Splitting & Lazy Loading

    Code splitting and lazy loading are techniques that enhance web application performance by loading only the necessary code when it's required.

  • 1.3.2

    Asset Optimization

    This section focuses on asset optimization techniques for enhancing web application performance.

  • 1.3.3

    Runtime Performance

    This section covers techniques to optimize runtime performance in web applications through effective re-render control and input handling strategies.

  • 1.4

    Advanced Front-End Security

    This section covers common security vulnerabilities in front-end development and strategies to mitigate them.

  • 1.4.1

    Common Vulnerabilities

    This section highlights three key common vulnerabilities in web applications: XSS, CSRF, and Clickjacking.

  • 1.4.2

    Mitigation Strategies

    This section discusses key strategies to mitigate common web security vulnerabilities.

  • 1.5

    State Management At Scale

    This section focuses on various state management strategies that are essential for developing scalable web applications.

  • 1.5.1

    Client-Side State

    Client-side state management is essential for building interactive web applications, allowing developers to manage local and global states effectively.

  • 1.5.2

    Url & Session State

    This section covers the importance of URL and session state in managing web application navigation and data persistence.

  • 1.5.3

    State Machines

    This section introduces state machines and their significance in managing complex UI logic using libraries like XState.

  • 1.6

    Api Communication And Real-Time Data

    This section covers the fundamentals of API communication and the methodologies for handling real-time data within web applications.

  • 1.6.1

    Api Integration Best Practices

    This section details best practices for effectively integrating APIs in front-end applications.

  • 1.6.2

    Graphql

    GraphQL is a powerful query language for APIs that enables more efficient data fetching.

  • 1.6.3

    Websockets & Sse

    WebSockets and Server-Sent Events (SSE) are key technologies for real-time messaging in web applications.

  • 1.7

    Design Systems And Component Libraries

    This section covers the principles of design systems and the development of component libraries, emphasizing their importance for consistency and accessibility in front-end development.

  • 1.7.1

    Design Systems

    Design systems streamline user interface development by providing guidelines and reusable components.

  • 1.7.2

    Component Libraries

    This section covers the importance and utility of component libraries in modern front-end development.

  • 1.8

    Testing Front-End Applications

    This section covers the critical testing techniques employed in front-end application development, including unit testing, component testing, end-to-end testing, and visual regression testing.

  • 1.8.1

    Unit Testing

    Unit Testing involves testing individual components of applications to ensure they function as intended, particularly using tools like Jest, Mocha, and Vitest.

  • 1.8.2

    Component Testing

    Component Testing focuses on the importance of testing individual components in front-end frameworks.

  • 1.8.3

    End-To-End (E2e) Testing

    End-to-End Testing ensures that applications function as intended from the user's perspective, simulating real-life scenarios.

  • 1.8.4

    Visual Regression Testing

    Visual regression testing ensures that UI changes do not introduce unintended visual differences.

  • 1.9

    Internationalization (I18n) And Accessibility (A11y)

    This section covers essential concepts of internationalization (i18n) and accessibility (a11y), emphasizing tools and practices to ensure applications are usable by diverse audiences.

  • 1.9.1

    Internationalization

    Internationalization (i18n) involves preparing applications to support multiple languages and cultural formats, enhancing their usability across diverse regions.

  • 1.9.2

    Accessibility

    This section covers the foundational concepts and practices necessary to ensure web accessibility, focusing on ARIA roles and keyboard navigation.

  • 1.10

    Tooling And Developer Experience

    This section explores essential tools and practices that enhance the developer experience in modern front-end development.

  • 1.10.1

    Build Tools

    This section covers key build tools like Vite, Webpack, and Parcel crucial for modern front-end development.

  • 1.10.2

    Linters & Formatters

    Linters and formatters are essential tools in front-end development that enforce coding standards and improve code readability.

  • 1.10.3

    Dev Environments

    This section discusses modern development environments, highlighting containerization with Docker and the use of monorepos for efficient code management.

References

AFSWD ch1.pdf

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