skilldevelopment.cpe@lpu.co.in

What you'll learn

Full Stack Development with React and Node.js involves building both the frontend and backend of web applications using JavaScript. React is used on the client-side to create dynamic and responsive user interfaces through a component-based architecture, while Node.js with Express is used on the server-side to handle API requests, business logic, and database operations. This combination allows developers to use a single language across the entire stack, ensuring efficient development and easier maintenance. Typically paired with databases like MongoDB or PostgreSQL, this stack is ideal for building scalable, high-performance web applications such as single-page apps, dashboards, and real-time systems.

  • Understanding frontend, backend, and full stack roles. Overview of how web applications work.
  • Installing Node.js, npm, VS Code, and creating first projects.
  • Learning JSX syntax and rendering dynamic content to the DOM.
  • Using useState and useEffect to manage and react to changes in state.
  • Handling user events like clicks, input changes, and form submissions.
  • Setting up multi-page navigation using react-router-dom.
  • Understanding the role of Node.js in backend development.
  • Setting up an Express server and creating basic API endpoints.
  • Structuring APIs using HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
  • Using middleware and modularizing routes.
  • Understanding documents, collections, and schema design.
  • Implementing create, read, update, and delete operations.
  • Fetching backend data using Axios or Fetch API in React.
  • Managing form state and validating input both on frontend and backend.
  • Creating login/signup flows with secure token-based authentication.
  • Creating private routes for authenticated users only.
  • Storing sensitive keys and variables safely in environment files.
  • Managing code versions using Git and pushing to GitHub repositories.
  • Developing a full-featured MERN stack application demonstrating all key concepts.

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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.