1. Introduction to MEAN Stack
Content:
- Overview of MEAN architecture
- Benefits of using MEAN for full-stack development
- Setting up a development environment
- Introduction to npm and package management
2. MongoDB for Beginners
Learn to store, query, and manage data with MongoDB, the NoSQL database used in the MEAN stack.
Content:
- Basics of NoSQL databases and MongoDB
- Creating and managing databases and collections
- Performing CRUD operations
- Introduction to indexing and aggregation pipelines
3. Building RESTful APIs with Express.js
Master Express.js to create server-side APIs for seamless communication between your frontend and database.
Content:
- Setting up a basic Express.js server
- Creating RESTful APIs with routing and middleware
- Connecting to MongoDB for data operations
- Authentication and error handling in APIs
4. Frontend Development with Angular
Use Angular to create powerful, dynamic, and responsive frontends for your web application.
Content:
- Understanding Angular components, directives, and services
- Using Angular CLI to create and manage projects
- Two-way data binding and dependency injection
- Routing and navigation for single-page applications (SPAs)
5. Backend Development with Node.js
Learn how to use Node.js to handle server-side logic and build a scalable backend for your applications.
Content:
- Understanding event-driven and asynchronous programming
- Setting up and running a Node.js server
- File system operations and managing server-side events
- Debugging and optimizing Node.js applications
6. Integrating the MEAN Stack
Combine MongoDB, Express.js, Angular, and Node.js to build a seamless full-stack web application.
Content:
- Connecting Angular frontend to Express.js APIs
- Managing data flow across the stack
- Implementing role-based authentication with JWT
- Building reusable components and services in Angular
7. Deployment of MEAN Applications
Learn to deploy your MEAN stack application on the cloud and make it live for users.
Content:
- Hosting Angular applications on platforms like Firebase or Netlify
- Deploying backend servers on Heroku or AWS
- Using MongoDB Atlas for cloud-based database storage
- Implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment
8. Capstone Project: Full-Stack Application Development
Build a real-world project using the MEAN stack to showcase your expertise in full-stack development.
Content:
- Creating a user management system with role-based access
- Developing a dashboard with real-time updates
- Integrating third-party APIs for enhanced functionality
- Deploying the project for live access