Adv Certificate in Full-Stack Development & API Integration

LAPT

London Academy of Professional Training

Adv Certificate Level 4-5 Practitioner IT Industry

REF: IT-SDA-P

Subjects

500

Total Marks

60%

Pass Mark

Lifetime

Validity

Who Is It For

This certification is intended for software developers and systems analysts with intermediate experience who wish to deepen their understanding of full-stack development and API integration. It is designed for professionals seeking to improve their applied skills and advance their careers in the IT industry.

Prerequisites

None

Awarding Body: LAPT — London Academy of Professional Training

Curriculum Overview

1 Security in Software Development 5 chapters · 30 classes · 75 marks

Understanding Core Security Concepts in Software Development 6 classes

1.1 Exploring the Fundamentals of Security in Software Development

1.2 Understanding Threat Landscapes: Identifying Risks in Development

1.3 Implementing Authentication and Authorization Mechanisms

1.4 Securing Data: Techniques for Data Protection and Encryption

1.5 Applying Secure Coding Practices to Prevent Vulnerabilities

1.6 Conducting Security Testing and Audits in Software Projects

Implementing Secure Coding Practices 6 classes

2.1 Understanding Secure Coding Principles

2.2 Identifying Common Vulnerabilities in Code

2.3 Implementing Input Validation Techniques

2.4 Applying Authentication and Authorization Protocols

2.5 Utilizing Secure Data Encryption Methods

2.6 Conducting Code Reviews for Security Flaws

Advanced Threat Modeling and Risk Assessment 6 classes

3.1 Understanding Advanced Threat Modeling Concepts

3.2 Identifying Potential Threats in Software Systems

3.3 Analyzing Threats with Risk Assessment Techniques

3.4 Designing Effective Mitigation Strategies for Threats

3.5 Applying Threat Modeling in Full-Stack Development

3.6 Conducting Continuous Risk Assessments in API Integration

Integrating Security into DevOps Processes 6 classes

4.1 Understanding the Importance of Security in DevOps

4.2 Identifying Common Security Risks in DevOps

4.3 Integrating Security Practices in Continuous Integration

4.4 Implementing Automated Security Testing in DevOps

4.5 Monitoring Security in Continuous Deployment

4.6 Building a Security-Focused DevOps Culture

Testing and Monitoring for Security Vulnerabilities 6 classes

5.1 Understanding Security Vulnerabilities in Software

5.2 Identifying Common Security Threats in Code

5.3 Implementing Unit Testing for Security

5.4 Conducting Penetration Testing for Web Applications

5.5 Utilizing Automated Tools for Vulnerability Scanning

5.6 Monitoring Application Logs for Security Indicators

2 DevOps and Continuous Integration 5 chapters · 30 classes · 75 marks

Understanding DevOps and Its Role in Modern Software Development 6 classes

1.1 Exploring the Fundamentals of DevOps

1.2 Identifying Key DevOps Practices and Tools

1.3 Analyzing the Benefits of Continuous Integration

1.4 Implementing DevOps Culture in Software Development

1.5 Integrating Automated Testing in CI/CD Pipelines

1.6 Evaluating DevOps Success through Metrics and Feedback

Continuous Integration: Tools and Best Practices 6 classes

2.1 Understanding Continuous Integration in DevOps

2.2 Exploring Popular CI Tools: Jenkins, Travis CI, CircleCI

2.3 Setting Up Your First CI Pipeline

2.4 Integrating Automated Testing in CI

2.5 Analyzing Best Practices for CI Success

2.6 Troubleshooting Common CI Issues

Automating Deployment and Infrastructure with Continuous Delivery 6 classes

3.1 Understanding Continuous Delivery Concepts and Benefits

3.2 Exploring Tools for Continuous Deployment

3.3 Setting Up Automated Deployment Pipelines

3.4 Implementing Infrastructure as Code with Terraform

3.5 Integrating CI/CD with Containerization Technologies

3.6 Monitoring and Optimizing Automated Deployments

Monitoring, Logging, and Feedback Loops in DevOps 6 classes

4.1 Understanding the Importance of Monitoring in DevOps

4.2 Exploring Key Metrics and Tools for Effective Logging

4.3 Implementing Monitoring Solutions to Enhance System Performance

4.4 Developing Feedback Loops to Improve Development Processes

4.5 Integrating Logging and Monitoring in CI/CD Pipelines

4.6 Analyzing Monitoring Data to Drive Continuous Improvement

Security and Compliance in DevOps Practices 6 classes

5.1 Understanding Security Principles in DevOps

5.2 Identifying Compliance Requirements in DevOps

5.3 Implementing Security Best Practices in CI/CD

5.4 Integrating Automated Security Testing into Pipelines

5.5 Managing Access and Permissions within DevOps Teams

5.6 Monitoring Compliance through DevOps Tools

3 Database Management and Optimisation 5 chapters · 30 classes · 75 marks

Relational Database Fundamentals 6 classes

1.1 Understanding Data Models

1.2 Exploring Primary and Foreign Keys

1.3 Designing Relational Schemas

1.4 Implementing Normalization Techniques

1.5 Executing SQL Queries for Data Retrieval

1.6 Optimizing Relational Database Performance

Advanced SQL and Query Optimization 6 classes

2.1 Understanding Subqueries: Enhancing SQL Queries with Nested Statements

2.2 Exploring Joins: Mastering Complex Data Relationships

2.3 Implementing Indexes: Boosting Query Performance

2.4 Analyzing Execution Plans: Diagnosing and Optimizing Queries

2.5 Utilizing Window Functions: Advanced Data Analysis Techniques

2.6 Refining Queries: Techniques for Reducing Latency and Improving Efficiency

Database Normalization and Indexing 6 classes

3.1 Understanding Database Normalization Principles

3.2 Exploring the Benefits of Normalization

3.3 Identifying Common Normal Forms

3.4 Implementing Normalization Techniques

3.5 Introduction to Database Indexing Concepts

3.6 Applying Indexing for Performance Optimization

Transactions and Concurrency Control 6 classes

4.1 Understanding Database Transactions

4.2 Ensuring Atomicity in Transactions

4.3 Implementing Isolation Levels

4.4 Exploring Concurrency Control Techniques

4.5 Managing Deadlocks and Data Locks

4.6 Optimising Performance with Concurrency Control

Distributed Databases and Scaling 6 classes

5.1 Exploring Distributed Database Concepts

5.2 Understanding Data Partitioning Techniques

5.3 Implementing Horizontal Scaling Strategies

5.4 Managing Data Consistency Across Systems

5.5 Optimizing Query Performance in Distributed Databases

5.6 Troubleshooting Common Distributed Database Issues

4 API Design and Integration 5 chapters · 30 classes · 100 marks

Understanding APIs: Types and Uses in Modern Software 6 classes

1.1 Exploring API Fundamentals and Principles

1.2 Identifying Different Types of APIs

1.3 Examining RESTful API Architecture

1.4 Understanding GraphQL and Its Applications

1.5 Analyzing Real-world API Use Cases

1.6 Evaluating API Integration Methods and Strategies

Building RESTful APIs: Best Practices and Protocols 6 classes

2.1 Understanding RESTful API Architecture

2.2 Identifying and Defining API Resources

2.3 Designing Consistent API Endpoints

2.4 Implementing HTTP Methods Effectively

2.5 Securing RESTful APIs with Best Practices

2.6 Testing and Debugging RESTful APIs

Advanced API Authentication and Security 6 classes

3.1 Understanding Advanced Authentication Protocols

3.2 Implementing OAuth2 for Enhanced Security

3.3 Securing APIs with JWT and Token Verification

3.4 Applying Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in APIs

3.5 Enforcing Rate Limiting and Quotas for API Protection

3.6 Monitoring and Auditing API Security Postures

Integrating APIs: Connecting Services and Data 6 classes

4.1 Exploring API Fundamentals and Concepts

4.2 Analyzing RESTful API Architecture

4.3 Configuring API Endpoints for Seamless Integration

4.4 Authenticating and Securing API Interactions

4.5 Implementing API Calls in Web Applications

4.6 Troubleshooting and Optimizing API Performance

Testing and Documenting APIs: Ensuring Reliability 6 classes

5.1 Understanding the Importance of API Testing

5.2 Exploring Different Types of API Testing

5.3 Implementing Automated API Testing

5.4 Designing Effective API Test Cases

5.5 Creating Comprehensive API Documentation

5.6 Utilizing Tools for API Documentation and Testing

5 Back-End Development with Node.js 5 chapters · 30 classes · 75 marks

Node.js Basics and Setup 6 classes

1.1 Understanding Node.js: An Introduction to Its Architecture and Features

1.2 Installing Node.js: Setting Up Your Development Environment

1.3 Exploring Node.js Modules: Built-in and Third-Party Options

1.4 Running Your First Node.js Script: Basic Commands and Execution

1.5 Managing Node.js Packages: Using npm for Dependencies

1.6 Utilizing Node.js REPL: Interactive Coding and Debugging

Core Modules and File System Operations 6 classes

2.1 Understanding Node.js Core Modules

2.2 Exploring the File System Module

2.3 Reading Files with Node.js

2.4 Writing and Updating Files in Node.js

2.5 Managing Directories and Paths

2.6 Error Handling in File System Operations

Building HTTP Servers and RESTful APIs 6 classes

3.1 Understanding HTTP: The Basics of Web Communication

3.2 Setting Up a Node.js Server: First Steps

3.3 Handling HTTP Requests and Responses in Node.js

3.4 Building RESTful APIs: Designing Resource Endpoints

3.5 Implementing CRUD Operations in RESTful Services

3.6 Securing and Testing Node.js APIs for Robustness

Database Integration with Node.js 6 classes

4.1 Understanding Databases in Node.js Context

4.2 Setting Up a Local Database Environment

4.3 Connecting Node.js to Your Database

4.4 Performing CRUD Operations in Node.js

4.5 Implementing Data Models and Schemas

4.6 Handling Database Errors and Optimizing Queries

Security Practices and Deployment Strategies 6 classes

5.1 Understanding Security Fundamentals in Node.js

5.2 Implementing Authentication and Authorization

5.3 Securing Data with Encryption Techniques

5.4 Managing Server and Database Security

5.5 Optimizing Node.js Applications for Deployment

5.6 Deploying and Monitoring Node.js Applications

6 Advanced JavaScript Frameworks 5 chapters · 30 classes · 100 marks

Mastering Modern JavaScript Syntax and ES6+ Features 6 classes

1.1 Exploring ES6+ Syntax and Features

1.2 Understanding Let, Const, and Block Scoping

1.3 Harnessing Arrow Functions and Implicit Returns

1.4 Mastering Template Literals and String Interpolation

1.5 Utilizing Destructuring for Arrays and Objects

1.6 Implementing Async/Await for Asynchronous Programming

Exploring the Core Concepts of React.js 6 classes

2.1 Understanding JSX: Bridging HTML and JavaScript

2.2 Building Components: The Backbone of React

2.3 Managing State: Enhancing Interactivity

2.4 Handling Events: Capturing User Actions

2.5 Implementing Props: Facilitating Component Communication

2.6 Utilizing React Hooks: Functional Programming in React

Building Interactive User Interfaces with Vue.js 6 classes

3.1 Understanding Vue.js Basics and Its Core Concepts

3.2 Setting Up the Development Environment for Vue.js Projects

3.3 Creating Reactive Data Bindings and Vue Instance

3.4 Designing Dynamic Components and Vue Templates

3.5 Implementing Vue Directives for Enhanced Interactivity

3.6 Integrating Vue.js with External APIs for Dynamic Data

Harnessing the Power of Angular for Complex Applications 6 classes

4.1 Exploring Angular Architecture and Core Concepts

4.2 Building Dynamic Interfaces with Angular Components

4.3 Managing Data with Angular Services and Dependency Injection

4.4 Navigating Complex Applications Using Angular Routing

4.5 Optimizing State Management with Angular Forms and Reactive Programming

4.6 Integrating Third-Party Libraries and APIs in Angular

Integrating RESTful APIs with Advanced Frameworks 6 classes

5.1 Understanding RESTful API Concepts

5.2 Setting Up API Requests in Advanced Frameworks

5.3 Implementing Authentication for Secure API Access

5.4 Parsing and Managing API Responses

5.5 Error Handling in API Integration

5.6 Optimizing Performance in Framework-API Communication

Assessment Breakdown

60%

Theory

30%

Practical

10%

Project

Passing Mark: 300 / 500 (60%)

Methods: Written Examination, Practical Assignment, Portfolio Assessment

How to Enrol

Website: lapt.org

Email: info@lapt.org

Phone: +44 7513 283044

Address: 85 Great Portland Street, W1W 7LT, United Kingdom

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM

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