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Python Backend Development

Go from Python fundamentals to building powerful backend systems with FastAPI and Django. Learn to design APIs, manage databases, secure applications, and deploy production-ready software.

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Starting point
Python
Language focus
TypeScript
Learning pathway
9 Modules
Learning approach
Practical

THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Build the systems that power modern applications.

This practical programme takes you from writing your first Python script to developing complete backend applications using industry tools and frameworks. You will learn how to build REST APIs, work with relational databases, implement authentication, integrate third-party services, test applications, and deploy your projects. By the end of the programme, you will have practical experience building backend systems that support real-world applications.

What you'll learn

  • Python programming from beginner to advanced
  • API development with FastAPI
  • Full backend development with Django
  • Database design and management
  • Authentication and application security
  • Testing, deployment and DevOps fundamentals

9-MODULE COURSE OUTLINE

Practical Python Backend Development Curriculum.

A structured, project-based journey through Python, modern backend frameworks, databases, security and deployment.

  1. STAGE 01

    Python Programming Fundamentals

    Build a strong foundation in Python programming.

    • Introduction to Python
    • Installing Python
    • Python Interpreter
    • Variables and Data Types
    • Strings and Manipulation
    • Numbers and Operators
    • Lists, Tuples, Sets and Dictionaries
    • Conditional Statements
    • Loops
    • Functions
    • Parameters and Arguments
    • Lambda Functions
    • List Comprehensions
    • Exception Handling
    • File Handling
    • Modules and Packages
    • Virtual Environments
    • pip and Dependency Management

    Practical projects: CLI Calculator · Contact Management Application · Expense Tracker · File Organization Utility

  2. STAGE 02

    Intermediate and Advanced Python

    Develop deeper programming skills and write more efficient Python applications.

    • Object-Oriented Programming
    • Classes and Objects
    • Inheritance
    • Encapsulation
    • Polymorphism
    • Abstraction
    • Constructors
    • Decorators
    • Iterators and Generators
    • Context Managers
    • Type Hints
    • Dataclasses
    • Functional Programming
    • Python Memory Management
    • Asynchronous Programming
    • Asyncio
    • Threads and Multiprocessing

    Practical projects: Build an asynchronous data processing application.

  3. STAGE 03

    Python Web Development Fundamentals

    Understand how Python applications communicate over the web.

    • How Python Handles Web Requests
    • WSGI and ASGI
    • HTTP Servers
    • Request-Response Lifecycle
    • Routing
    • Middleware
    • Templates
    • JSON Responses
    • REST API Concepts
    • Environment Variables
    • Project Structure

    Practical projects: File management utility, asynchronous data processing application and command-line task manager.

  4. STAGE 04

    FastAPI

    Learn to build modern, high-performance APIs with Python.

    • Introduction to FastAPI
    • Project Setup
    • Routes and Endpoints
    • Path and Query Parameters
    • Request Bodies
    • Pydantic Models
    • Data Validation
    • Response Models
    • Dependency Injection
    • Middleware
    • Exception Handling
    • Swagger and OpenAPI
    • Asynchronous Endpoints
    • Background Tasks
    • File Uploads
    • API Versioning

    Practical projects: Build a task management REST API using FastAPI.

  5. STAGE 05

    Django

    Build complete, scalable backend applications with Django and Django REST Framework.

    • Django Architecture
    • Project Setup
    • Apps and Project Structure
    • URL Routing
    • Views
    • Models
    • Django ORM
    • Migrations
    • Django Admin
    • Templates
    • Forms
    • Middleware
    • Class-Based Views
    • Views
    • Django REST Framework
    • Serializers
    • ViewSets and Routers
    • Permissions
    • Authentication
    • Pagination and Filtering

    Practical projects: Build a complete school management system or e-commerce backend using Django REST Framework.

  6. STAGE 06

    Python Database Engineering

    Learn to design, connect and manage databases for backend applications.

    • PostgreSQL
    • SQLite
    • MySQL Fundamentals
    • SQLAlchemy ORM
    • Django ORM
    • Database Relationships
    • Migrations
    • Indexing
    • Transactions
    • Query Optimization
    • Connection Pooling
    • Redis
    • Database Security

    Practical projects: Build a relational database-backed application using SQLAlchemy and PostgreSQL.

  7. STAGE 07

    Authentication and Security

    Protect applications, user accounts and sensitive information.

    • Password Hashing
    • JWT
    • OAuth 2.0
    • Session Authentication
    • Role-Based Permissions
    • API Key Authentication
    • Password Reset
    • Email Verification
    • CSRF Protection
    • CORS
    • SQL Injection
    • XSS
    • Secure API Design
    • Rate Limiting
    • Environment Secrets

    Practical projects: Build a multi-user application with role-based permissions and secure authentication.

  8. STAGE 08

    Advanced Python Backend Development

    Integrate external services and develop advanced backend features.

    • Celery Task Queues
    • Redis
    • Background Jobs
    • Scheduled Tasks
    • WebSockets
    • Email Integration
    • SMS Integration
    • Payment Gateway Integration
    • Webhooks
    • External APIs
    • Caching
    • Async Database Operations
    • Logging
    • Monitoring

    Practical projects: Build a marketplace backend with payment processing, notifications and background jobs.

  9. STAGE 09

    Testing, Deployment and DevOps

    Prepare applications for real-world production environments.

    • Pytest
    • Unit Testing
    • Integration Testing
    • API Testing
    • Mocking
    • Test Fixtures
    • Debugging
    • Docker
    • Docker Compose
    • Gunicorn and Uvicorn
    • Nginx
    • Linux Deployment
    • AWS
    • CI/CD
    • GitHub Actions
    • Production Monitoring
    • Logging and Error Tracking

    Practical projects: Deploy a production-ready Django or FastAPI application.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

What you will be able to do.

Graduate with practical backend development skills and experience building applications from the ground up.

  • 01 / PROGRAMMING

    Write Python Applications

    Write clean, structured Python code and apply advanced programming concepts.

  • 02 / API DEVELOPMENT

    Build REST APIs

    Develop and document APIs using FastAPI and Django REST Framework.

  • 03 / DATABASES

    Manage Application Data

    Design relational databases, manage relationships and optimize queries.

  • 04 / SECURITY

    Secure Backend Systems

    Implement authentication, permissions and essential application security practices.

  • 05 / INTEGRATIONS

    Connect External Services

    Integrate payments, notifications, external APIs and background processes.

  • 06 / DEPLOYMENT

    Deploy Applications

    Test, containerize and deploy backend applications to production environments.

CHOOSE YOUR LEARNING PACKAGE

Three ways to take the course.

Explore the learning options available. Course fees and package details will be shared soon.

01 · Foundation

Starter Package

For learners who want the core lessons and guided practice.

  • Course access
  • Core lessons and learning materials
  • Practical coding exercises
  • Group feedback sessions
  • Final course project
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02 · Recommended

Professional Package

For learners who want structured guidance and portfolio development.

  • Everything in Starter
  • Additional guided Node.js practice
  • More detailed project reviews
  • Portfolio project guidance
  • CV and portfolio presentation session
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03 · Intensive

Mentorship Package

For learners who want more individual support while building their project.

  • Everything in Professional
  • One-to-one mentorship sessions
  • Individual project feedback
  • Extra portfolio review
  • Personal learning action plan
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