Building a REST API with Express




Course Overview:
Perfect the art of building robust REST APIs using Express.js in this comprehensive course from Course Plus. Learn everything from fundamental REST concepts to advanced database integration and API security. This practical, hands-on course guides you through creating, documenting, and optimizing professional-grade REST APIs that power modern web applications.
Why Enroll in this Course?
Transform your development career with our industry-leading REST API course. Gain hands-on experience building production-ready APIs using Express.js, the most popular Node.js framework. Master essential concepts like REST architecture, database integration, and API security through practical projects. Learn best practices for API documentation that will make your services stand out. Develop the skills to create scalable, maintainable APIs that meet real-world business requirements. Join thousands of successful developers who have advanced their careers through Course Plus’s expert-led training.
Investment Value:
- Lifetime access to 20+ hours of up-to-date video content and practical exercises
- Comprehensive course materials including downloadable source code and documentation templates
- Interactive Q&A sessions with experienced API developers
- Certificate of completion recognized by leading tech companies
- Free updates as new content is added
Technical Specifications:
- Node.js and Express.js framework
- MongoDB database integration
- JWT authentication
- OpenAPI/Swagger documentation
- REST architectural principles
- API testing tools (Postman, Jest)
- Git version control
- Error handling and validation
- Database optimization techniques
- Security best practices
Learning Outcome
- Design and implement RESTful APIs following industry best practices
- Build secure, scalable Express.js applications
- Integrate databases and implement efficient querying
- Create comprehensive API documentation
- Implement request validation and error handling
- Deploy and maintain production APIs
- Master API testing and debugging
- Understand API security best practices
- Optimize API performance and caching
- Implement authentication and authorization
Conclusion
Join Course Plus’s Building a REST API with Express course to master the skills needed for modern API development. With comprehensive coverage of REST principles, Express.js implementation, and real-world best practices, you’ll be equipped to build professional-grade APIs that power the next generation of web applications. Start your journey toward becoming an expert API developer today.
Next Steps:
- Register on Course Plus platform
- Access course materials
- Join community discussions
- Earn certification
Course Curriculum
UNDERSTANDING REST APIs
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Introduction to REST / Roadmap
03:00 -
Understanding REST APIs
06:00 -
Understanding the Tools We Will Use
05:00
SCAFFOLDING THE APPLICATION
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Initializing the Project / Configuring Express
10:00 -
Setting up the Database
14:00 -
Documenting the Application
08:00
REQUESTING AND SENDING DATA USING A REST API
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ROADMAP – Requesting and Sending Data using a REST API
02:00 -
Requesting and Sending Data Regarding a Single Product
10:00 -
Searching for Products by Ordinal Values
09:00 -
Searching for Products by Linear Values
09:00 -
Querying the Database for All Distinct Values
06:00
VALIDATING REQUESTS AND MODIFYING THE DATABASE IN A REST API
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Documenting a Secure Route
06:00 -
Modifying Data on a REST API
14:00 -
Summary / Homework
04:00
Student Ratings & Reviews
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LevelIntermediate
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Duration1 hour 44 minutes
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Last UpdatedFebruary 12, 2025
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Material Includes
- 24/7 Support
- Online e-learning platform
- Interactive modules
- Video-based instruction
- Practical exercises
- Certification (on demand)
- Assessment on demand
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Access to a computer with internet
- Willingness to learn and engage
Target Audience
- Web developers transitioning to backend development
- Frontend developers looking to understand API integration
- Backend developers new to REST APIs
- Full-stack developers expanding their skillset
- Software architects designing API-based systems
- Development team leads
- Independent developers building web services
- Students pursuing software development careers

