High DemandMid Level

Backend Developer

Develop robust and scalable backend applications with Java, Spring Boot, or Node.js. Focus on server-side logic, APIs, and database integration.

7-10 months
4 Steps
$150k - $250k

Key Technologies

JavaSpring BootNode.jsAPIsSQLNoSQLDockerMicroservices
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Learning Path

1.

Programming Fundamentals

Learn the core concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), data structures, and algorithms using a language like Java or Python. This is the bedrock of all backend development.

Beginner
OOPData StructuresAlgorithmsVersion Control (Git)
4-5 weeks
2.

Databases & SQL

Master relational and NoSQL databases, learning how to design schemas, write efficient queries, and manage data. Database proficiency is non-negotiable for a backend developer.

Beginner
SQLPostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBDatabase Design
3-4 weeks
3.

Backend Frameworks & APIs

Learn to create robust RESTful APIs using a popular backend framework like Spring Boot (Java) or Express.js (Node.js). This phase focuses on building real-world web services.

Intermediate
Spring BootNode.jsRESTful APIsAPI DesignExpress.js
6-8 weeks
4.

Advanced Concepts & Deployment

Move beyond single applications to building scalable, resilient systems. Learn about microservices, containerization with Docker, and automated deployment pipelines.

Advanced
MicroservicesJWT AuthenticationDockerCI/CDCloud Deployment
6-8 weeks