🗂️ Learning Journey Breakdown
This course is designed to take learners from absolute beginner level to advanced backend developer status through a carefully structured, week-wise roadmap. The focus is on full-stack backend engineering using Python, Django, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and DevOps best practices.
Each week combines:
🎥 Video Lessons (Recorded)
🧑🏫 Live Classes (4 per week)
📝 Assignments (Coding challenges, use cases)
👨💻 Projects/Capstones (Every week, 2-day focus)
🎯 Real-world use cases mapped to industry expectations
🏁 Phase 1: Python Foundation (Week 1–4)
Skill Level: Absolute Beginner → Intermediate
Goals: Build foundational programming knowledge in Python, a crucial skill for backend logic, automation, and system scripting.
| Week | Topics | Format | Project |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Python Setup, Syntax, Variables, Loops | Live + Video | Calculator Console App |
| 2 | Functions, Recursion, File Handling | Live + Code Labs | File Encryption Tool |
| 3 | OOP in Python (Class, Inheritance, Polymorphism) | Live + GitHub Labs | Student Management CLI System |
| 4 | Modules, Packages, Exception Handling | Live + Video | Expense Tracker with CSV Support |
📌 Capstone 1: Python Terminal-Based CRUD System
🔧 Phase 2: Django Essentials (Week 5–8)
Skill Level: Intermediate → Job-Ready Core
Goals: Build real-world web apps using Django’s MVT architecture, ORM, routing, admin panel, and forms.
| Week | Topics | Format | Project |
| 5 | Django Installation, App Setup, Views & URLs | Live + Hands-On | Landing Page App |
| 6 | Models, ORM, Admin Interface, QuerySets | Live + Code Review | Blog Management Backend |
| 7 | Forms, Validation, Authentication (Login/Register) | Live + Guided Coding | User Auth System |
| 8 | Middleware, Static Files, Deployment Basics | Live + Dockerized Labs | Weather Dashboard App |
📌 Capstone 2: Role-Based Task Management Web App with Admin Dashboard
💾 Phase 3: PostgreSQL & Data Modeling (Week 9–12)
Skill Level: Intermediate → Advanced
Goals: Master SQL-based relational data design, optimization, complex joins, indexing, transactions, and security.
| Week | Topics | Format | Project |
| 9 | PostgreSQL Setup, Table Design, CRUD Operations | Live + SQL Sandbox | Customer Management DB |
| 10 | Joins, Aggregates, Triggers, Functions | Live + Guided Queries | Inventory System Schema |
| 11 | Data Normalization, Constraints, Indexes | Live + Admin Labs | HR Management App (Employee DB) |
| 12 | Transactions, ACID, Security, DB Tools | Live + Docker Postgres | Banking Ledger Tracker |
📌 Capstone 3: Build & Secure a Multi-Table Data System (with SQL Dump & ERD)
⚡ Phase 4: FastAPI for High-Performance APIs (Week 13–16)
Skill Level: Intermediate → Advanced
Goals: Build blazing-fast RESTful and async APIs using FastAPI, including advanced routing, dependency injection, and API docs.
| Week | Topics | Format | Project |
| 13 | FastAPI Setup, Routing, Path Parameters | Live + Swagger UI Labs | Contact Form API |
| 14 | Pydantic, Validation, CRUD Operations | Live + JSON Workflows | ToDo API with DB Support |
| 15 | Dependency Injection, Middleware, CORS, Auth | Live + OAuth Demos | Auth-enabled API Gateway |
| 16 | Async Programming, WebSockets, Background Tasks | Live + Deployment Labs | Realtime Chat Backend |
📌 Capstone 4: End-to-End Ecommerce Backend with Checkout API + Async Order Queue
🐳 Phase 5: DevOps, Docker, CI/CD (Week 17–18)
Skill Level: Job-Ready
Goals: Enable learners to containerize, deploy, and monitor their apps with Docker, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines.
| Week | Topics | Format | Project |
| 17 | Docker, Images, Volumes, Networking | Live + DockerHub Labs | Dockerize Django Blog |
| 18 | GitHub Actions, CI/CD with FastAPI | Live + GitHub Automation | Auto-deploy REST APIs on Push |
📌 Capstone 5: Multi-container Microservice with Django + FastAPI + Postgres + NGINX
🎓 Phase 6: Portfolio, Capstone & Career Support (Week 19–24)
Skill Level: Full Stack Backend Developer
Goals: Consolidate learning through final project, build portfolio, undergo mock interviews, and apply for backend roles.
| Week | Topics | Format | Activity |
| 19 | Final Capstone Design + Wireframes | Mentorship | Team Presentation |
| 20 | Full Build Sprint (Backend + DB + API Docs) | Live Build Reviews | Showcase Week |
| 21 | Resume, LinkedIn, GitHub Branding | Live Resume Clinics | Portfolio Review |
| 22 | Mock Interviews, Peer Reviews | HR + Tech Mentors | Feedback & Gaps |
| 23 | Job Portal Onboarding + First Applications | Job Support Team | Application Tracker Setup |
| 24 | Hiring Partner Demos + Final QA | Placement Desk | Interviews & Offers |
📌 Final Capstone Project: Industry-Ready SaaS Backend (choose from: CRM, LMS, Marketplace, Healthcare App)
📚 Skill Levels Covered: Beginner → Advanced
This curriculum is designed to progressively level up learners from:
🔰 Beginner: No prior backend experience, only basic programming knowledge
🧭 Intermediate: Familiarity with code and wanting backend exposure
💼 Job-Ready: Learners who can build, deploy, and secure complete systems
🛠️ Real-World Tools & Technologies Used
Languages: Python 3.10+
Frameworks: Django 4.x, FastAPI 0.100+
Databases: PostgreSQL, SQLite (early phase)
DevOps: Docker, Git, GitHub Actions
Cloud: Railway.app, Render, Heroku (optional)
Project Tracking: GitHub Projects, Trello (Agile boards)
✅ Summary: What Makes This Curriculum Stand Out
💡 Week-wise, outcome-based progression
🧠 4 Live Classes/Week for Deep Dives
🚀 2 Days for Capstone & Use Case Projects
🧪 Fully aligned to real industry expectations
🤖 AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot & ChatGPT for productivity
📁 Resume-worthy projects uploaded to GitHub with mentorship
