Back-End Developer Capstone from Coursera

The Capstone project enables you to demonstrate multiple skills by solving an authentic real-world problem. You’ll test your abilities in full-stack back-end development in a real-life scenario by composing a Django web app. Each module includes a brief recap of, and links to, content that you have covered in previous courses in this program.

You will use clean and bug-free coding to create a Django web server with multiple API endpoints and connect it to a MySQL database. You’ll also create a template system driven by Django views.

By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Compose a backend application using multiple skills

• Use Django to serve static HTML content

• Commit the project to a Git repository

• Connect the backend to the database

• Implement the menu and table booking APIs

• Set up user registration and authentication

• Test the application with unit tests and Insomnia

• Synthesize the skills from this course and evaluate other learners

• Reflect on this project's content and on the learning path that lies ahead.

On completion of the Capstone project, you’ll have a project-based portfolio that you can show to potential employers when interviewing for an engineering role.

To complete this course, you will need back-end developer experience. Additionally, it always helps to have a can-do attitude!

What's inside

Syllabus

Starting the Project

In this module, you will get practical hands-on experience using the Django web framework.

Project Functionality

In this module, you will revise Models. You will revisit the concepts of working with databases and models in Django. You will set up the MySQL connection, and create the required models for the web application. Then, you will build the menu and table booking APIs using the Django Rest Framework.

Security and Testing

In this module, you'll focus on user authentication and testing the API. You will revisit the concepts to help you secure your app and APIs. You will add user authentication by setting up user registration, login and logout functionality. Then you will implement the code to secure the table booking API. Next, you will test your application code using unit testing and test the API endpoints using the Insomnia REST client. Finally, you will push your commits to GitHub.

Project Assessment

In this module, you will be assessed on the fundamental skills covered as you build the capstone project's functionality. You'll have a chance to compare your code and your designs with your peers via a peer review and you'll have the opportunity to work through a solution to some of the most challenging parts of the capstone project. At the end of this module, you'll complete a graded assessment, reflect on your learning and be guided to the next steps in your coding journey.

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Develops real-world, full-stack back-end development skills using the popular Django framework, including HTML, APIs, databases, and testing

Provides a certification of completion to demonstrate proficiency in full-stack development, which may be valuable for job interviews

Taught by Meta staff, who bring industry experience and expertise to the course content

Hands-on, project-based learning, with emphasis on testing and security

Requires prior back-end developer experience, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced learners

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Back-End Developer Capstone with these activities:

Review MySQL concepts

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Ensure a solid understanding of MySQL before starting the course by reviewing key concepts.

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Revisit SQL data types, tables, and relationships
Practice writing SQL queries for data manipulation
Review MySQL database design principles
Explore MySQL optimization techniques

Review Django fundamentals

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Strengthen your foundation in Django by revisiting core concepts and techniques.

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Review Django's architecture and MVC pattern
Revisit model creation and database interactions
Practice writing views and templates
Refresh your knowledge of Django's URL routing

Host or join a Django study group

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Collaborate with peers, share knowledge, and improve your understanding of Django concepts.

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Find or create a study group
Set regular meeting times
Discuss Django topics, code challenges, and projects
Provide feedback and support to each other

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Build a Django project using Meta's official tutorials

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Strengthen your Django knowledge by following structured tutorials provided by Meta's experts.

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Choose a tutorial that aligns with your learning goals
Set up your development environment
Follow the tutorial step-by-step
Experiment with the code and customize the project

Practice REST API integration

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Deepen your understanding of Django's REST framework by practicing API integration tasks.

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Set up a new Django project with the REST framework
Create a model and serializer for your API
Create views for GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE operations
Test your API with a REST client like Insomnia or Postman

Write a blog post or article on Django best practices

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Enhance your Django knowledge and writing skills by sharing your insights and learnings.

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Identify a specific Django best practice
Research and gather information
Structure and outline your content
Write the draft and include code examples
Review and edit your work

Django Hackathon

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Engage in a practical Django coding challenge to test and refine your skills in a collaborative environment.

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Present your project and receive feedback
Form a team or work individually
Brainstorm and select a project idea
Develop and implement your Django application

Create a personal portfolio website using Django

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Gain hands-on experience by building a real-world project that showcases your Django skills.

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Design the layout and functionality of your website
Create a Django project and set up the database
Develop the backend logic and API endpoints
Design and implement the frontend using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Deploy your website to a hosting platform

Career center

Learners who complete Back-End Developer Capstone will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Back-End Developer

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Full-Stack Developer

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Software Engineer

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers design and build systems to collect, store, and analyze data. This course can help Data Engineers build a foundation in back-end development using Django.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers develop and maintain machine learning models. This course can help Machine Learning Engineers build a foundation in back-end development using Django.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. This course can help Database Administrators build a foundation in back-end development using Django.

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Web Developer

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Data Scientist

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System Administrator

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Network Administrator

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Product Manager

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DevOps Engineer

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Cloud Engineer

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Security Analyst

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Front-End Developer

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