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Backend Developer Roadmap

This syllabus is a structured program for those who want to become a backend developer. Covers PHP, Laravel, databases, and interview preparation.

4 sections 6 topics

01

PHP Basics

Core concepts of the PHP programming language.

Variables and data types string, int, float, bool, array, null
Operators
Conditionals if/else, switch, ternary, match
Loops for, foreach, while, do-while
Functions Type declarations, built-in functions
Arrays
String manipulation

Recommended duration: 2 weeks. Practice at least 2 hours every day.

02

OOP & Design Patterns

Encapsulation
Inheritance extends, abstract classes
Polymorphism
Abstraction interface, abstract class
SOLID Principles S, O, L, I, D — each explained
Repository Pattern
Service Layer

03

Laravel Framework

Building modern web applications with Laravel.

Routing Route::get/post/resource, named routes
Controllers
Middleware
Eloquent ORM Model, relationships, scopes, mutators
Migrations
Seeders
Request Validation FormRequest, inline validate()
API Resources
Authentication Sanctum / Passport
Authorization (Gates & Policies)

04

Before the Offer

Interview preparation and job search strategy.

Prepare your CV, cover letter, LinkedIn profile and GitHub portfolio.

Technical interview questions PHP, Laravel, DB — most common questions
Algorithm problems LeetCode Easy/Medium
System Design basics
Behavioral interview STAR method
Salary negotiation

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