Overview: In this assignment, you'll delve into backend development using Node.js, connecting it to the React frontend you developed in Assignment 3. Node.js is a powerful runtime environment for building server-side applications, and integrating it with your React frontend will complete the full-stack development process. Additionally, you'll set up a database to store and manage data for your application. Bonus marks will be awarded for deploying your solution, with AWS recommended as the deployment platform. Additionally, implementing a microservices architecture will earn extra credit. Objectives: 1. Gain proficiency in backend development with Node.js. 2. Learn to connect the backend to a React frontend. 3. Set up and interact with a database. 4. Understand the basics of deploying a full-stack application. 5. Explore the concept of microservices architecture. Tasks: 1. Set up a new Node.js project for your backend using npm or yarn. 2. Establish endpoints to handle requests from the frontend, such as fetching data or submitting forms. 3. Implement middleware for handling CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) and other necessary functionalities. 4. Connect your Node.js backend to the database of your choice (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL). 5. Implement CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations to interact with your database. 6. Integrate authentication and authorization mechanisms if required for your application. 7. Test the backend endpoints using tools like Postman or Insomnia to ensure they function correctly. 8. Once the backend is complete, connect it to your React frontend from Assignment 3 using HTTP requests (e.g., fetch or axios). 9. Bonus: Deploy your full-stack application to a cloud platform. AWS is recommended, but you can choose any platform you're comfortable with. 10. Extra Credit: Implement a microservices architecture for your backend, breaking down functionality into independent services communicating via APIs. Submission Guidelines: Submit your Node.js backend project files, including all source code and configurations. Additionally, provide documentation on how to set up and run your backend locally. If you choose to deploy your solution include details on the deployment process and provide access to the deploved application

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