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This 12-week plan is designed to equip you with fundamental and intermediate skills in backend development using Node.js, Express, and databases. Each week includes objectives, recommended learning resources, and practical exercises.\n\n## Table of Contents\n\n1. [Week 1-2: Introduction to Backend Development \u0026 JavaScript Basics](#week-1-2-introduction-to-backend-development--javascript-basics)\n2. [Week 3-4: Getting Started with Node.js \u0026 Express](#week-3-4-getting-started-with-nodejs--express)\n3. [Week 5-6: Working with Databases](#week-5-6-working-with-databases)\n4. [Week 7-8: API Development](#week-7-8-api-development)\n5. [Week 9-10: Authentication \u0026 Security](#week-9-10-authentication--security)\n6. [Week 11: Testing \u0026 Debugging](#week-11-testing--debugging)\n7. 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