Advanced Topics in ASP.NET Core Development (Coursera)

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Advanced Topics in ASP.NET Core Development (Coursera)

Welcome to our comprehensive course, "Building Modern Web Solutions." This course prepares you for roles that require a holistic understanding of modern web development, covering real-time communication, performance optimization, microservices architecture, and advanced security practices. The job roles may vary depending on the specific needs and technologies organizations adopt in the web development domain.

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In Module 1, "Building Real-Time Applications with SignalR," you'll learn how to create dynamic, responsive web solutions. Explore SignalR principles and master Server-Side Events (SSE) for real-time communication.
In Module 2, "Performance Optimization and Caching," dive into web app optimization, analyzing metrics, and implementing caching strategies for efficient user experiences.
Module 3, "Microservices Architecture with ASP.NET Core," guides you in interpreting microservices principles and establishing scalable solutions.
Finally, Module 4, "Advanced Security and Identity Management," delves into authentication techniques, RBAC proficiency, and Identity Server implementation. Get ready for a hands-on journey, enriching your expertise in building modern, secure web applications.
For the above course, you must have the following pre-requisite:
Web Development Fundamentals, ASP.NET Core Basics, C# Programming & Basic Knowledge of RESTful APIs.
Potential Job Roles after Completing the Course: Full-Stack Web Developer, Web Application Developer, Microservices Developer, Security Engineer, Performance Engineer, and ASP.NET Core Developer:
This course is part of the Modern Web Development Specialization Specialization.

Syllabus

Building Real-Time Applications with SignalR
This module provides a comprehensive exploration of real-time web applications, equipping you with the skills to create and implement dynamic, responsive web solutions effectively. You will delve into SignalR, gaining a firm understanding of its principles and discovering efficient methods for broadcasting messages and data in dynamic web applications. Additionally, the module focuses on developing proficiency in Server-Side Events (SSE), empowering you to master the art of sending real-time events and notifications to clients in practical, dynamic scenarios. Through hands-on activities, you will enhance your abilities in real-time web development, ensuring a robust understanding of these essential technologies.

Performance Optimization and Caching
This module offers a deep dive into performance optimization in web applications, fostering a comprehensive understanding and providing tools to analyze performance metrics and patterns for effective optimization strategies. You will identify, analyze, and optimize sluggish queries, enhance Entity Framework performance, and gain expertise in implementing indexing and query optimization techniques. Additionally, the module explores caching, elucidating its benefits and various types such as in-memory, distributed, and client-side caching. Through practical insights and hands-on exercises, you will develop the skills needed to optimize web application performance, ensuring efficient and responsive user experiences.

Microservices Architecture with ASP.NET Core
This module provides an in-depth exploration of microservices architecture, guiding you to interpret its principles thoroughly for a comprehensive understanding. By predicting proficiency in microservices development, you will acquire insights into foundational concepts and gain practical experience in establishing microservices using ASP.NET Core. The module further delves into communication within microservices, emphasizing its significance and enabling you to implement effective inter-service communication. Through a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on application, you will emerge with a robust understanding of microservices, poised to design, develop, and manage scalable and communicative software solutions.

Advanced Security and Identity Management
This module invites you to examine advanced authentication techniques, providing a deep dive into the principles of multi-factor authentication (MFA) to gain expertise in securing digital identities. You will strategically plan to achieve proficiency in Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) by comprehending its overview and intricacies, focusing on designing role hierarchy and permissions for effective access management. Additionally, the module guides you to develop expertise in Identity Server and Single Sign-On (SSO), ensuring a comprehensive understanding from their introduction to the practical implementation of Identity Server for seamless and secure Single Sign-On experiences in web applications.

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