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TheMastering Backend Infrastructure pathway is a comprehensive learning journey designed to cultivate expertise in building robust backend systems. Spanning through databases, system design, web servers, and reverse proxies, this pathway caters to individuals aiming to transition from intermediate to advanced levels in web development and infrastructure design.
Prerequisites
Basic Programming Skills: Familiarity with Python, web frameworks (e.g., Django, FastAPI), and understanding of basic web development concepts (HTTP, RESTful APIs).
Fundamental Database Knowledge: Basic understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases, including CRUD operations.
Pathway Objectives
Comprehensive Database Mastery: Delve into SQL and NoSQL databases, honing skills in data modeling, querying, and management with tools like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis.
System Design Excellence: Understand the intricacies of scalable, distributed systems by studying load balancing, caching mechanisms, and asynchronous processing.
Web Server Proficiency: Master the setup and configuration of web servers like Apache, Nginx, or Caddy, learning about handling HTTP requests, load balancing, and securing connections.
Advanced Reverse Proxy Implementation: Explore the role of reverse proxies in routing, load balancing, and security, implementing advanced configurations for optimization and enhanced security.
Pathway Structure
Phase 1: Databases (3-4 weeks)
Strengthen your understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases, covering advanced querying, indexing, optimization techniques, and data modeling.
Phase 2: System Design (4-5 weeks)
Learn about designing scalable, distributed systems, focusing on load balancing, caching, and database scaling strategies.
Phase 3: Web Servers (3 weeks)
Understand the workings of web servers, HTTP handling, and configuration of load balancers and SSL/TLS setup.
Phase 4: Reverse Proxy (2 weeks)
Explore advanced configurations for reverse proxies, implementing caching, rate limiting, and web application firewall setups.
Resources
Online Platforms: Coursera, Youtube
Documentation: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Nginx, HAProxy, etc.
This pathway emphasizes practical application, encouraging learners to implement acquired knowledge in real-world scenarios, ultimately enabling them to design scalable, resilient, and secure backend infrastructures.
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The Mastering Backend Infrastructure pathway is a comprehensive learning journey designed to cultivate expertise in building backend systems.