Embark on a comprehensive fullstack tutorial to build a MERN Stack project from start to finish. Explore the components of the MERN stack and learn how to utilize each element to create a real-world fullstack application. Begin with an introduction to the MERN stack, understanding the concept of full stack development, and the distinction between frontend and backend. Dive into REST APIs, CRUD operations, and HTTP methods. Follow along as the instructor guides you through project planning, user story creation, and the installation of Node.js and npm. Learn to set up a basic Node.js and Express server, implement request routing, and handle bad requests. Gain valuable insights into building robust web applications using MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js technologies.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Welcome
What is the MERN Stack?
What does full stack mean?
Frontend vs Backend
What is a REST API?
CRUD and HTTP Methods
Suggested Pre-requisites for this course
What we're building with MERN
User Stories - Project Planning
Installing Node.js and npm
Create a basic Node.js and Express server
Basic request routing setup
Routing bad requests
LTS actually means "Long Term Support". I had "latest" on the brain from updating npm packages :
Taught by
Dave Gray
