Database & Server Development Program
Build production-ready skills in database architecture and server-side development through hands-on projects and real-world scenarios. Our comprehensive program takes you from foundational concepts to advanced implementation techniques used by industry professionals.
Kieran Blackwood
Lead Database Architect
With 12 years architecting enterprise database systems for companies like Shopify and GitHub, Kieran brings real-world experience from scaling databases that handle millions of daily transactions.
Learning Path Structure
Six progressive modules designed to build your expertise systematically, with each phase preparing you for the complexities of professional database and server development.
Database Foundations
Master SQL fundamentals, database design principles, and normalization techniques. You'll work with PostgreSQL and MySQL, learning to write efficient queries and understand database relationships.
Server Architecture
Build server applications using Node.js and Python. Learn about API development, authentication systems, and how to structure scalable server-side applications.
Performance Optimization
Dive into database indexing, query optimization, and caching strategies. Learn to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that improve application performance.
Production Deployment
Deploy applications to cloud platforms, set up monitoring systems, and implement backup strategies. Work with Docker containers and CI/CD pipelines.
Questions Throughout Your Journey
We've organized common questions by the stage you'll encounter them, so you can find relevant answers when you need them most.
Before You Start
- Do I need prior programming experience?
- What computer specifications are required?
- How much time should I dedicate weekly?
- Are there any prerequisite courses?
- What's included in the program materials?
During Learning
- How do I access the practice databases?
- When are instructor office hours?
- Can I work on projects at my own pace?
- What if I fall behind in a module?
- How are assignments reviewed and graded?
After Completion
- What certificate will I receive?
- Do you provide portfolio project guidance?
- Is there ongoing community access?
- Can I retake specific modules later?
- What advanced programs are available next?
Program Structure & Methodology
Our program combines theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on practice. Each week includes lectures, guided labs, and independent project work designed to reinforce learning through practical application.
Learning Format
Live online sessions twice weekly with recorded lectures available for review. Interactive labs use real databases and server environments, giving you experience with the same tools used in professional development teams.
- Tuesday evening technical sessions (7:00-9:00 PM)
- Saturday morning workshop labs (9:00 AM-12:00 PM)
- Self-paced assignments with weekly deadlines
- One-on-one instructor feedback sessions
Assessment Methods
Progress is measured through practical projects rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of working applications that demonstrate your growing expertise in database and server development.
- Weekly coding assignments with peer review
- Mid-program database design project
- Final capstone: full-stack application
- Code review sessions with industry professionals
Technical Environment
Work with industry-standard tools and platforms from day one. We provide cloud-based development environments, so you can focus on learning rather than setup complications.
- Cloud-hosted PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases
- AWS and Google Cloud deployment sandboxes
- Version control with Git and collaborative workflows
- Professional development tools and IDEs
Program Highlights
- Small cohorts of maximum 16 students
- Industry mentors from major tech companies
- Real database optimization challenges
- Portfolio projects with actual business value
- Guest speakers from Thailand's tech scene
- Lifetime access to course materials and updates
- Alumni network and career development resources
Next Cohort: September 2025
Applications open in June 2025. Early registration includes bonus preparatory materials and community access.
Ready to build the database and server skills that power modern applications? Our program provides the structured learning path and hands-on experience you need to succeed in backend development roles.
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