IBM Full Stack Software Developer Professional Certificate
This course provides an in-depth exploration of blockchain technology, covering its core principles, various applications, and the decentralized systems that support cryptocurrencies, smart contracts, and decentralized applications (dApps).
Certificate :
After Completion
Start Date :
10-Jan-2025
Duration :
30 Days
Course fee :
$150
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of blockchain technology, covering its core principles, various applications, and the decentralized systems that support cryptocurrencies, smart contracts, and decentralized applications (dApps).
Participants will gain a solid understanding of distributed ledger technology, cryptographic protocols, consensus algorithms, and the architecture of blockchain networks such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The curriculum also examines practical applications beyond cryptocurrencies, including supply chain management, digital identity verification, and financial services.
Through practical labs, students will acquire the skills necessary to develop blockchain-based solutions, create smart contracts using platforms like Ethereum (Solidity), and utilize frameworks such as Hyperledger Fabric.
The course culminates in a capstone project where students will design and implement their own blockchain solution.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon successful completion, you will obtain a Professional Certificate from IBM.
This certification is recognized in the industry and signifies expertise in contemporary web development.
Additionally, IBM offers a digital badge that can be displayed on LinkedIn or included in resumes.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:
Foundational Web Development involves the creation of dynamic and responsive web applications, focusing on building attractive and functional user interfaces using React.
In Server-Side Programming, the emphasis is on designing and developing RESTful APIs with Node.js and Python, alongside implementing systems for authentication, authorization, and data management.
Database Management encompasses working with both SQL and NoSQL databases to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval. Skills in Cloud and Deployment are crucial for deploying, scaling, and maintaining applications on cloud platforms, as well as understanding containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Real-World Project Experience includes developing portfolio-worthy projects such as a blog site or e-commerce application, while applying Agile and DevOps principles to enhance the development process.
Career Readiness focuses on acquiring practical knowledge and skills necessary for full-stack development roles, enabling candidates to distinguish themselves in job applications with credentials backed by IBM.
Course Curriculum
- Overview of Full Stack Development
- What is full-stack development?
- Understanding the components: frontend, backend, and databases.
- Career opportunities as a full-stack developer.
- Introduction to Agile and Scrum
- Agile methodologies and software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Basics of working in a team environment with Scrum.
- HTML5 Essentials:
- Structure of a webpage.
- Semantic elements:
<header>
,<footer>
,<nav>
,<section>
. - Forms, input types, and validation.
- CSS3 Fundamentals:
- Styling basics: Selectors, colors, fonts, and layouts.
- Responsive design with Flexbox and CSS Grid.
- CSS animations and transitions.
- JavaScript Basics:
- Core concepts: Variables, data types, operators, and control flow.
- DOM manipulation: Selecting and modifying elements.
- Event listeners and handling user interactions.
- JavaScript Advanced Topics:
- ES6+ features: Template literals, destructuring, and arrow functions.
- Working with APIs: Fetch API and async/await.
- Frontend Framework: React:
- Introduction to React and the component-based architecture.
- Props, state, and event handling.
- React hooks:
useState
,useEffect
. - React Router for navigation.
- Styling Libraries:
- Using Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, or styled-components for UI design.
- Node.js and Express.js
- Setting up a backend server.
- Handling HTTP requests and building RESTful APIs.
- Middleware for request handling and error management.
- Python and Flask (Optional)
- Basics of building web applications using Flask.
- RESTful API development.
- Cloud-Native Backend
- Introduction to IBM Cloud services.
- Deploying a backend server to IBM Cloud.
- Version Control
- Using Git for version control and GitHub for collaboration.
- Branching and merging workflows.
- Containerization
- Introduction to Docker: Building and running containers.
- Using Docker Compose for multi-container setups.
- Cloud Deployment
- Deploying applications on IBM Cloud and other platforms like AWS or Heroku.
- Basics of Kubernetes for scaling applications.
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating builds and tests with GitHub Actions.
- Continuous integration and delivery best practices.
- State Management
- Managing global state with Redux or Context API.
- Real-Time Applications
- WebSockets and real-time communication with Socket.IO.
- APIs and Integrations
- Consuming third-party APIs.
- Using GraphQL as an alternative to REST.
- Microservices
- Basics of building and deploying microservices.
- Communication between services with gRPC or REST.
- Frontend Testing
- Unit testing with Jest and React Testing Library.
- Backend Testing
- Writing API tests with Postman and Mocha/Chai.
- Debugging Tools
- Using browser developer tools and Node.js debugger.
- Personal Portfolio Website
- A portfolio showcasing your skills, projects, and certifications.
- E-Commerce Platform
- Full-stack project with user authentication, product listing, cart, and payment integration.
- Blog Platform
- Content creation, user authentication, and comments section.
- Task Management App
- Real-time data syncing using WebSockets.
- Cloud-Native Application
- A serverless application deployed on IBM Cloud.
Training Features
IBM Tools and Cloud Services
Hands-on experience with IBM Cloud, Watson AI, and Kubernetes.
Project-Based Curriculum
Real-world projects designed to build a strong portfolio.
Flexibility
Self-paced learning with bite-sized lessons.
Career Support
Resume building, GitHub portfolio creation, and interview preparation.
Mentor Support
Access to mentors and community discussions.
IBM Certification
A globally recognized certificate upon completing the course.