In this course, learners will develop, integrate, and apply ExpressJS concepts to build a complete full-stack web application using Node.js and MongoDB. Learners will gain hands-on experience setting up a project environment, creating frontend pages, configuring an Express server, connecting a database, and displaying stored data within a working application.

Apply ExpressJS for Full-Stack Web Application Development

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What you'll learn
Configure an ExpressJS server and structure a full-stack project.
Connect MongoDB to manage and retrieve persistent application data.
Integrate frontend pages with backend logic in a working web app.
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March 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the ExpressJS case study by establishing a strong foundation in project setup and frontend development. Learners begin by understanding the project scope and installing the required Node.js environment. The module then focuses on creating basic HTML pages and building an “Add Customer” form, enabling learners to design user interfaces that collect input effectively. By the end of this module, learners will understand how frontend components fit into a full-stack ExpressJS application and how early design decisions impact backend integration.
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4 videos3 assignments
This module focuses on backend development by integrating frontend pages with the Express server and connecting the application to MongoDB. Learners explore Express routing to serve pages, establish database connectivity, and perform data operations. The module concludes by demonstrating how stored data can be retrieved from MongoDB and displayed within the application. By completing this module, learners gain practical experience in building data-driven ExpressJS applications with persistent storage.
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3 videos3 assignments
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