LPU - Lovely Professional University
What you'll learn

This course provides comprehensive knowledge and practical exposure to modern Full Stack Development. It equips learners with the skills required to design, develop, deploy, and maintain dynamic web applications using front-end and back-end technologies. The course covers user interface development, server-side programming, database management, API integration, authentication, version control, deployment strategies, and modern development practices. Students will gain hands-on experience in building responsive and scalable web applications using technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB/MySQL. The course emphasizes real-world project development, industry best practices, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative software development workflows. By the end of the course, learners will be capable of independently developing complete web applications and deploying them on cloud or production environments. After successful completion of this course, learners will be able to: Understand the architecture and workflow of Full Stack web applications. Design and develop responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies. Implement server-side logic and RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.js. Perform database operations using SQL and NoSQL databases such as MySQL and MongoDB. Develop secure authentication and authorization systems for web applications. Integrate front-end and back-end components to create complete functional applications. Use Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development. Deploy and manage web applications on cloud or hosting platforms. Apply debugging, testing, and optimization techniques for scalable applications. Build industry-oriented real-world projects following modern software development practices.

  • Overview of Full Stack Development, Front-end vs Back-end, Client-Server Architecture, Web Application Workflow, Software Development Lifecycle, Introduction to MERN Stack and Development Tools.
  • Structure web pages using HTML5, styling with CSS3, Flexbox, Grid, media queries, responsive layouts, forms, semantic elements, and modern UI design principles.
  • Variables, data types, operators, functions, loops, arrays, objects, DOM manipulation, events, ES6 features, asynchronous programming, promises, and API handling.
  • Introduction to React, components, JSX, props, state management, hooks, routing, forms, API integration, reusable UI components, and single-page application development.
  • Building REST APIs, routing, middleware, request-response handling, authentication, CRUD operations, error handling, and server architecture using Express.js.
  • Database concepts, MongoDB/MySQL integration, schema design, CRUD operations, relationships, queries, indexing, aggregation, and database optimization techniques.
  • User authentication, authorization, JWT tokens, password encryption, role-based access control, session management, API security, and best security practices.
  • Git basics, repositories, branching, merging, pull requests, collaboration workflows, resolving conflicts, and project hosting using GitHub.
  • Building production-ready applications, environment variables, deployment using Vercel/Netlify/Render/AWS, domain configuration, and CI/CD basics.
  • Designing and developing real-world full stack applications, integrating front-end and back-end systems, testing, debugging, optimization, and project presentation.

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Gagandeep Sethi
Assistant Professor

Gagandeep is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in software development and project management. With a robust technical skill set encompassing React, Angular, Node.js, MongoDB, Laravel, Flutter, and React Native, he excels at crafting innovative and scalable solutions. His expertise extends to client management, ensuring seamless communication and project delivery that consistently exceed expectations. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications for Professional Enhancement at Lovely Professional University, Gagandeep combines academic excellence with industry experience. He holds a Master’s in Technology in Computer Science and Engineering with distinction. Prior to his academic role, Gagandeep spent 10 years as a Senior Project Manager at Promatics Technologies Pvt Ltd, Ludhiana, where he led diverse teams to deliver high-impact projects across multiple domains. His leadership, technical acumen, and dedication to fostering professional growth make him a valuable mentor and educator.