Backend Dev Unpacked
Learn the fundamental concepts behind server-side development, from how apps talk to databases to keeping everything secure and fast. You'll understand the invisible engine powering modern applications.
Sessions
API Basics Unpacked
After this session, you'll be able to explain what an API is, how it uses HTTP methods, and why JSON is key for web communication.
5 min
Frontend vs Backend
After this session, you'll be able to explain the fundamental difference between frontend and backend and what the backend actually does.
5 min
Monoliths vs. Microservices
After this session, you'll be able to compare monolithic and microservices architectures, understanding their pros and cons.
5 min
Backend Security Basics
After this session, you'll be able to differentiate between authentication and authorization and understand common web security concepts.
5 min
Databases: SQL vs NoSQL
After this session, you'll be able to distinguish between SQL and NoSQL databases and understand basic data operations.
5 min
Caching Fundamentals
After this session, you'll be able to explain what caching is, why it's used, and identify different types of caching.
5 min
Robust Backend Ops
After this session, you'll be able to explain the importance of error handling, logging, and monitoring in maintaining a healthy backend.
5 min
What you'll achieve
Explain the client-server model and the role of backend development.
Describe what an API is and how RESTful APIs use HTTP methods and JSON.
Differentiate between SQL and NoSQL databases and their use cases.
Understand the concepts of authentication and authorization in securing applications.
Identify different caching strategies and their benefits for performance.
Compare monolithic and microservices architectures and their trade-offs.
Recognize the importance of error handling, logging, and monitoring in robust backend systems.