Back-end Development refers to server-side development. It focuses on databases, scripting, and website architecture. It contains behind-the-scenes activities that occur when performing any action on a website. It can be an account login or purchasing from an online store.
Skills required to become a backend developer –
- Web Development Languages:
Backend engineers should know at least one server-side or Backend programming language like Java, Python, Ruby, Net, etc.
- Database and Cache:
Knowledge of various DBMS technology is one of the important Backend developer skills. MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle, SQLServer, Redis are widely used for this purpose.
- Server:
Exposure to handling Apache, Nginx, IIS servers, Microsoft IIS is desirable. A good background in Linux helps tremendously in administering servers.
- API (REST & SOAP):
Knowledge of API is also important for full-stack developers. Knowledge of the creations and consumption of REST and SOAP services is desirable
