Introduction to Full‑Stack Systems Chapter 1 · Foundations
~2 hours 2 tutorials Lab + Exercises
This unit establishes the core concepts of modern full‑stack development. You will explore
the system layers, development paradigms, and architectural principles that underpin
today’s web applications.
Unit Learning Outcomes
Define the full‑stack development paradigm and its primary layers.
Identify the roles of client, server, database, and middleware.
Describe modern development workflows (agile, DevOps, CI/CD).
Differentiate between monolithic and service‑oriented architectures.