Unlock Your Python Backend Career: Build 30 Projects in 30 Days. Join now for just $54

Get Full-Time Backend Tips

Receive the same tips I used to land
my my dream job in backend engineering!

How to Become a Node.js Backend Developer

By Amanda Ene Adoyi. Updated Wed Jun 11 2025

So you have decided to join the ranks of the not so elusive Node.js backend developers. This could be the best decision you’ve made or the worst depending on who you are. However, since we haven’t had a meet and greet we would assume that this leans more towards an awesome decision, because you are here, putting in the work to learn to become a backend developer and I am just in the position to let you know how with a few tips, tricks and suggestions.

A backend developer is a specialist in the art of handling data, connections and servers in software development. Backend developers do not only build APIs, they also make crucial decisions on architecture and flow. They are the wizards behind the functionality of your websites and apps, making sure that all that beautiful user interface (buttons, pages) have great functionality that allows the app or site to run smoothly. A good analogy for backend development lies in a restaurant. The frontend could be likened to the charming waiter who takes your order with a smile, in a well-lit and beautifully designed space. The kitchen though, where the meal prep happens could be the backend. The restaurant may be straight out of a fairy tale and the waiters are all beauty standard models, but if the food sucks, takes too long to be prepared or is unavailable, your experience of that place would generally suck too. With this analogy, we see the importance of backend development. If this excites rather than intimidates you, then you’re in the right place.

To be a backend developer, you must attain relative mastery of a programming language. There are several of these languages to choose from that range from Python, Rust, Java, C to even machine language (which I won’t advise you go for). JavaScript is a popular language used on the backend, even though this wasn’t always the case as you would find in this article. Due to its runtime environment -  Node.js, it no longer lives simply in web browsers but can be used to build a number of apps, games and sites. Node.js, which was written by Ryan Dahl in 2009 was intended to be used to let JavaScript out of the web browser bubble so that it could breathe life into other software. This became a great success and now Node.js boasts of about 36.42% of professional developers worldwide using it to set up servers, handle databases and carry out other tasks.

How to Become a Node.js Backend Developer

There are several reasons why Node.js is a great choice for backend development, but we would be examining only a few of those here.

Don't waste time roaming around, start learning Backend now

Starting Backend Engineering is a journey into a career that can open many great opportunities from working on complex projects to landing your dream job and the best way to get the most out of it is to start now.

Join The Academy

Looping Through Enum Variants in Rust Using strum

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Thu Jun 05 2025
Looping Through Enum Variants in Rust Using strum

Rust enums are incredibly powerful for modeling data, but newcomers quickly discover a frustrating limitation: you cannot iterate through enum variants natively. We will show you exactly how to use strum to iterate through enum variants, convert enums to strings, parse strings back to enums, and leverage other powerful features that make working with enums much more pleasant.

Sized & ?Sized: A beginners guide

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Sat May 31 2025
Sized & ?Sized: A beginners guide

Understanding Sized unlocks deeper comprehension of why Rust behaves the way it does with generics, function parameters, and memory management. Most importantly, it explains the mysterious ?Sized syntax you've probably encountered in advanced Rust code.

Backend Developer Resume Writing: The Ultimate Guide

By Cynthia Osarumwense Udoh. Updated Mon May 26 2025
Backend Developer Resume Writing: The Ultimate Guide

If you're looking to land your next backend developer role, one of the most important tools in your job search is a strong resume. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to write a backend developer resume that stands out.

How to Become a Java Backend Developer (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Thu May 29 2025
How to Become a Java Backend Developer (2025)

This year, Java continues to be a cornerstone for building scalable, secure, and reliable solutions. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step journey of becoming a proficient Java backend developer.

Backend Development: Ultimate Guide (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Sun May 18 2025
Backend Development: Ultimate Guide (2025)

If you're a beginner looking to start a career in backend development or an experienced developer exploring the latest trends, this guide will take you through everything you need to know—from core concepts to advanced backend architectures.

Understanding the Cow<T>: Copy on Write

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Sun May 18 2025
Understanding the Cow<T>: Copy on Write

In this article, we'll walk through how Cow<T> works, how to use it in your structs and functions, the benefits and trade-offs of using it, and a few common pitfalls to avoid—so you can write clean, efficient Rust code without over-engineering your ownership logic.

Rust Send and Sync in Simple terms

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Fri May 16 2025
Rust Send and Sync in Simple terms

If you have ever come across this type of error and you are wondering what Send and Sync are, you are at the right place. In this article, we will explain what Send and Sync are in simple terms.

How to Become a Backend Developer (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Fri May 16 2025
How to Become a Backend Developer (2025)

The world of backend development can feel overwhelming at first, especially if you're just starting. In this guide, we will break down everything you need to know to become a backend developer in 2025, step by step.

Top 5 Python Frameworks (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Fri May 16 2025
Top 5 Python Frameworks (2025)

Python is one of the most popular programming languages, especially in web development. This article will dive into the top 5 Python frameworks you should learn in 2025.

Top 5 Java Backend Development Courses (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Tue May 13 2025
Top 5 Java Backend Development Courses (2025)

Choosing the best Java backend development course can be a nightmare for newbies looking to start or change careers. If you’re planning to start your Java backend development journey, investing in the right Java Backend Development course could be the key to your success.

How to use the Default Trait in Rust

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Fri May 16 2025
How to use the Default Trait in Rust

When working with structs or enums in Rust, we often need a way to create a "standard" or "initial" instance without specifying all the fields every time. Manually setting each field can be repetitive, especially for complex types. How can we create a sensible default instance of a type conveniently?

How to use the matches! Macro Pattern Matching

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Tue May 13 2025
How to use the matches! Macro Pattern Matching

Using this macro, we can perform boolean checks to see if a value conforms to a given pattern. Despite the versatility of the main match expression, sometimes we simply need a straightforward true/false result, and matches! provides exactly that.

Spring Boot + Docker: Dockerizing Java Spring Boot Apps

By Ayush Shrivastava. Updated Fri May 09 2025
Spring Boot + Docker: Dockerizing Java Spring Boot Apps

Docker has changed the way we build, run, and scale applications. It lets you package your app with everything it needs, so it runs the same everywhere, on your computer, on someone else’s, or on a server. In this blog, we will see how to containerize a Spring Boot application using Docker, step by step.

Rust Error Handling: 80 / 20 Guide

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Fri May 09 2025
Rust Error Handling: 80 / 20 Guide

Rust is known for safety, performance, and a robust error-handling system. It's one of Rust's greatest strengths, even though it might seem challenging at first.

Top 5 Rust Frameworks (2025)

By Solomon Eseme. Updated Wed May 14 2025
Top 5 Rust Frameworks (2025)

Rust has a growing framework ecosystem that makes it easier to build web applications, APIs, and backend systems efficiently. This article will explore the top 5 Rust frameworks to learn in 2025 based on popularity, community support, GitHub stars, and real-world usage.

Why Rust is the most Readable Language.

By Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi. Updated Sun Apr 20 2025
Why Rust is the most Readable Language.

Ever tried contributing to an open-source project or even worked on a large code base with neck-breaking documentation? If you have done any of these, you would at least know the benefits of a readable language.