This phase builds strong programming fundamentals, version control, and software development principles and introduces students to the MERN stack.

• • Week 1: Introduction to programming using JavaScript & TypeScript – variables, data types, control structures, and functions.

• • Week 2: Basic algorithms and data structures (sorting, searching, recursion) with hands‑on exercises.

• • Week 3: Git fundamentals – branching, merging, pull requests, and collaborative workflows.

• • Week 4: Software development principles – OOP, SOLID principles, common design patterns, clean code practices, and unit testing with Jest.

• • Week 5: Web fundamentals – HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS, responsive design, and accessibility.

• • Week 6: HTTP fundamentals and RESTful API concepts with Postman practice.

• • Week 7: Overview of the MERN stack – introduction to MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js; project setup.

• • Week 8: React basics – components, JSX, props, state, and simple component exercises.

• • Week 9: Node.js and Express.js – building simple REST APIs and introduction to asynchronous programming.

• • Week 10: MongoDB fundamentals – schema design, CRUD operations, and integration with Node.js.

• • Week 11: Integrating TypeScript into the MERN stack – type safety and error handling strategies.

• • Week 12: Mini-project: Team collaboration to build a basic integrated MERN application.

Students select a specialization at this stage – Frontend Development or Backend Development.

Frontend Specialization (Weeks 13–24)

This track focuses on building dynamic, interactive, and scalable web applications with advanced React and TypeScript.

• • Week 13: Advanced React – Hooks, Context API, lifecycle, and best practices.

• • Week 14: State management with Redux and TypeScript integration.

• • Week 15: Advanced styling – deep dive into Tailwind CSS, custom themes, and responsive techniques.

• • Week 16: Performance optimization for React applications – lazy loading, code splitting, and memoization.

• • Week 17: Testing frontend applications – unit testing (Jest), integration testing, and debugging.

• • Week 18: Component-driven development – reusable UI components and design patterns.

• • Week 19: GraphQL integration with React – fetching and managing data efficiently.

• • Week 20: Real-time data handling – WebSockets, Firebase, and live updates in React applications.

• • Week 21: Deployment strategies – Vercel, Netlify, CI/CD pipelines for frontend apps.

• • Week 22: Web security best practices – preventing XSS, CSRF, and securing frontend applications.

• • Week 23: Industry case study – analyzing real-world frontend architectures.

• • Week 24: Mid-project review and feedback on an advanced frontend application.

Backend Specialization (Weeks 13–24)

This track focuses on backend services, API development, authentication, and database management with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB.

• • Week 13: Advanced backend development – building robust RESTful APIs, middleware, and error handling in Express.js.

• • Week 14: Authentication & authorization – implementing JWT, OAuth, and securing API endpoints.

• • Week 15: Role-based access control and security best practices in backend development.

• • Week 16: Database performance optimization – indexing, query optimization, and scaling MongoDB.

• • Week 17: Testing strategies – writing unit and integration tests for backend applications.

• • Week 18: Advanced error handling, logging, and monitoring for backend systems.

• • Week 19: GraphQL API development – schema design, queries, and mutations.

• • Week 20: Microservices architecture – API gateways, inter-service communication, and containerization.

• • Week 21: Cloud storage and file management – AWS S3, Firebase, and cloud database solutions.

• • Week 22: Server deployment – Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines for backend apps.

• • Week 23: Web security best practices – preventing SQL injection, DDoS protection, and securing backend services.

• • Week 24: Industry case study – backend architecture, scalability challenges, and best practices.

This phase allows students to apply their knowledge in a team-based project, following real-world development workflows.

Weeks 25–28:

• • Project ideation: Students brainstorm and validate their project ideas.

• • Team formation: Assignments based on Frontend, Backend, and DevOps roles.

• • Requirements gathering: Create technical specifications and design sprints.

• • Prototype development: Early-stage UI/UX design and API structure planning.

• • Mid-project feedback: Teams present MVP progress for mentor review.

Weeks 29–32:

• • Advanced feature integration: Adding complex functionalities like real-time updates (WebSockets), microservices, and GraphQL APIs.

• • Testing and debugging: Extensive unit and integration testing for bug fixes.

• • Performance optimization: Fine-tuning backend response times, load balancing, and front-end rendering performance.

• • Mentor sessions and industry feedback.

Weeks 33–36:

• • Final integration and QA: Code reviews, testing, and final touches.

• • Project deployment: Hosting on cloud platforms (AWS, Vercel, or Netlify).

• • Documentation and portfolio building: Preparing case studies for job applications.

• • Resume and interview preparation: Mock interviews and technical assessments.

• • Final presentation: Students present their capstone projects to an industry panel.