Backend Architecture & API Development
Backend Architecture & API Development
Architect enterprise-grade backend systems with modern best practices
Created by Sami Shames El Deen
Last updated 3/5/2026

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What you'll learn
  • Design and implement scalable backend architectures
  • Build robust RESTful APIs with proper schema design
  • Master Express.js for high-performance web services
  • Implement secure authentication and authorization systems
  • Create middleware for error handling and request processing
  • Apply Chain of Responsibility and other behavioral patterns
  • Build user management systems with AI integration
  • Implement JWT tokens, refresh tokens, and cookie management
  • Design Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) systems
  • Handle async operations and error management professionally
This course includes
  • 8.2 Hours of on-demand video
  • 3 Assignments
  • Downloadable resources
  • Certificate of completion
Course content
5 sections • 17 lectures • 8:09:04

Description
Build production-ready backend systems from scratch using Express.js, master RESTful API design, implement bulletproof authentication and authorization, and create scalable microservice architectures that handle real-world enterprise demands.
Requirements
  • Completion of Database Persistence course
  • Understanding of JSON and API concepts
  • Basic knowledge of Node.js environment
  • Willingness to become able to build "ANY" Backend system you need for your projects
Instructor

Sami Shames El Deen

Senior Software Engineer, Lead Instructor & Founder at SE²

With decades of hands-on experience, I am dedicated to helping you master the foundations of SWE and gaining practical skills.

My deep industry knowledge and passion for teaching will excel your software engineering journey.