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Backend Development
APIs, databases, and the logic that powers every app.
Backend development is the engine room: servers, databases, authentication, and APIs. It's less visual than frontend but deeply rewarding for people who like systems, data, and getting things right.
The route
1
A language & programming depth 6–10 weeks
Pick one backend language (Node/TS, Python, or Go) and get genuinely good.
- Chosen language
- Data structures
- Git & testing
- Clean code
The Odin Project
free
Digital Technology Institute (DTI)
paid
RecommendedSoftware Development program covers backend fundamentals end to end
2
APIs & databases 6–9 weeks
Design REST APIs, model data, and write SQL you're not embarrassed by.
- REST API design
- SQL & a database
- ORMs
- Auth basics
PostgreSQL Tutorial
free
3
Architecture & security 5–8 weeks
Authentication, validation, error handling, and not getting hacked.
- JWT / sessions
- Input validation
- Caching
- OWASP basics
4
Deploy & scale a real API 6–10 weeks
Containerize, deploy, and run a real service — the difference between hobby and job.
- Docker
- Cloud deployment
- CI/CD
- Monitoring & logging
Who it's for
- Programmers who like logic over layout
- Future full-stack developers
- People moving toward data or DevOps
Career outcomes
- Backend Developer
- API Developer
- Full-Stack Developer
Prefer guided learning?
If self-paced study keeps stalling, a mentored cohort can get you to job-ready faster. DTI runs structured programs in Albania across software, data, and security.
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