PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN

FULL STACK SOFTWARE

DEVELOPMENT:
BUILDING SCALABLE CLOUD APPLICATIONS

28 Weeks Online | Live Mentorship Sessions | Project-based Learning

A Highly Affordable University Certificate Program

TAKE THE NEXT STEP
IN YOUR CAREER
WITH IN-DEMAND
SOFTWARE SKILLS

$122,968
Average salary of a Software
Engineer in the United States.
Source: Indeed

853,000
Projected demand for Full-Stack
Developers by 2024.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

1ST
‘Software Developer’ is ranked #1 in
the 100 Best Jobs in 2023.
Source: USNews.com

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NEW, HIGH-PAYING
OPPORTUNITIES IN SOFTWARE

Software developer is an instrumental job The Professional Certificate in Full Stack

role in any organization’s core process. They Software Development: Building Scalable
are strong at coding and understand how Cloud Applications is designed for
the applications function at every level: learners to kickstart a career in software
from the fundamentals of server processes development, with hands-on working
to back-end programming as well as knowledge of in-demand tools and
database architecture and front-end design. programming languages. These skills will
Among the most valued members of a enable learners to start a software career
company, they are able to translate between post program completion.
the layers of a system and are crucial for
planning top-notch product performance.

As businesses and organizations across

the globe continue to enhance their
offering of interactive applications and
easy-to-use products, the job market for
software developers is set to increase by
22% by 2029 (Source: Seed Scientific),
while the average growth rate for all other
occupations stands at only 4%.

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Our Full Stack Software Development program offers a transformative learning experience
designed to equip learners with the skills and support needed to secure rewarding tech
jobs. Through our innovative flipped-learning model, we put you in the driver’s seat of your
learning journey. Flexibility is at the heart of this approach, allowing you to learn at your own
pace while engaging with high-quality content. Collaborating with peers fosters a dynamic
learning environment where diverse perspectives thrive. This real-world interaction helps you
develop essential teamwork skills.

GUIDANCE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Mentorship sessions with experienced industry 28 Weeks Online

professionals provide invaluable insights
and personalized guidance. These sessions
illuminate the path ahead, helping you make
informed decisions about your tech career.
Online (Recorded Video
Your journey is further bolstered by the Lectures + Interactive
development of an e-portfolio showcasing Mentored Learning)
your projects, skills, and growth. This powerful
tool demonstrates your abilities to potential
employers, setting you apart in a competitive Mentorship from
job market. Our commitment doesn’t end with Industry Experts
completion. We provide comprehensive career
assistance, including career guidance webinar
series and e-portfolio preparation tips,
ensuring you’re not just job-ready but poised
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for success. Embark on your tech career Projects
journey with us, where flexibility, collaboration,
mentorship, and career support converge for a
comprehensive learning experience. 4-Week Pre-Work
Course

Dedicated Program
Support

Flexible Payment
Options

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GET THE UT AUSTIN
ADVANTAGE

Founded in 1883 and home to more

than 52,000 students and 3,000 faculty

members, The University of Texas at

Austin is one of the leading public

universities in the United States. The

UT Austin name is globally recognized

as a leader in the domains of science,

business, technology and social science.

With a proven track record of success,

cutting-edge research, and teaching

methods, you can be confident that you

are learning from the best of the best.

IN TOP PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES

#9
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT, 2023

IN CUSTOM PROGRAMS
#6
Financial Times - Executive Education

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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a Professional Certificate
in Full Stack Software Development: Building Scalable Cloud Applications from the
McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin.

The University of Texas at Austin

Conferred to attest that

E
John Smith

M P L has successfully completed the

SA
Full Stack Software Development:
Building Scalable Cloud Applications
presented by the

McCombs School of Business

February 2023

Gaylen Paulson, Ph.D. Kumar Muthuraman, Ph.D.

Associate Dean and Executive Director Faculty Director, Business Analytics and AI Programs
Texas Executive Education Texas Executive Education

All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only.

The actual certificate may be subject to change at the discretion of the university.
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BUILD WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

This comprehensive 28 Weeks Online helps professionals learn how to

code and master a cutting-edge programming tool

A learn-by-doing pedagogy taught by renowned faculty

with 32 hands-on projects and coding assignments to
practice as you learn

Weekly live classes and mentorship sessions ensure that

learners walk away confident in their knowledge and skills

Prepare for a career in Full Stack Software Development with career

guidance webinar series and an industry-ready e-portfolio

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM?

Hands-on learning with
Taught by globally-recognized
industry-relevant projects and
UT faculty and software experts
assignments that help you build
from renowned industries
a job-ready portfolio

4-week pre-work course

Coding demos and insights
to understand the basic
from industry practitioners
fundamentals of this program

Certificate from McCombs

Career support and portfolio
School of Business at UT Austin
building sessions
and Great Learning

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
• Recent graduates who want to build a career in software development.
• Early to mid-career tech professionals who want to scale the career ladder
with new-age software skills.
• Freelancers and entrepreneurs who want to break into the coding landscape.

AFTER THIS PROGRAM, YOU CAN:

• Design and develop software solutions for companies
• Outline, create and design code
• Monitor performance and modify programs
• Build software applications using new-age programming languages and tools

LEARN NEW-AGE TOOLS AND LANGUAGES

TOP ROLES YOU CAN QUALIFY FOR

Front-End (UI/UX) Developer Full Stack Software Developer

Backend Developer SQA Engineer GAME Developer

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CURRICULUM

PRE-WORK: INTRODUCTION
4 WEEKS
TO PROGRAMMING

Web vs. App Development, Webpage - A Building Block

Introduction to Web
of Web Development, Traditional vs. Modern Web App,
Development
Server Side Coding Technologies

Introduction to Node JS, Express JS, MongoDB, React,

Introduction to MERN Stack
Understanding a Basic MERN Application

Setting up the System Installation of VS Code, GitHub, MongoDB Compass

CS FUNDAMENTALS &
13 WEEKS
FRONTEND DEVELOPMENT

Page Structure, Elements, Tags, Input Attributes,

HTML
HTML5 Tutorial

CSS Syntax, Selectors, Specificity, Properties, Layout

Comments, Data Types, Operators, Branching and

Basics of JavaScript 1
Looping in JS, Functions

IFE, Scope of Variables, Declaring Objects, Working With

Basics of JavaScript 2
Objects, JSON Format, Function Call

Document Object Model, Working With DOM Objects,

querySelector, innerHTML, Manipulating CSS, Adding/
DOM Manipulation
Removing Classes, Manipulating Attributes, DOM Event
Listener

ES6, Let, Const, Destructuring, Rest Operator, Spread

Operator, Defining Class in ES6, Inheritance From Class,
JavaScript ES6 and OOP
OOP (Polymorphism, Encapsulation) Using ES6, Iterables,
for Each

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Arrays, Math Functions, String Functions, Data Structure
Data Structures Using JS in JS, Time and Space Complexity, Stack, Linear Search
and Binary Search

Hoisting, Prototype, Strict Mode, Try Catch Block,

Advanced JavaScript Promises, Ajax, Async Await, Local Storage, Session
Storage

Syntax, Selectors, DOM Manipulation, CSS Manipulation,

JQuery (Self-paced)
Working With Ajax

Creating React App, JSX, React Components and

Props, Styling React Components, React Fragments,
ReactJS
React Hooks and Context, Conditional Rendering, React
Constructors, React Refs

DATABASES 5 WEEKS

Relational Database, Querying, Joining Tables, Creating

SQL Database and Adding Business Logic, MySQL Tutorial +
Normalization

Introduction to Mongoose DB (Version of MongoDB),

NoSQL Creating Database, Creating Collections, CRUD
Operations, Mongoose Schema and Models

BACKEND DEVELOPMENT 5 WEEKS

Rendering HTML, Working With Files, MVC Pattern,

NodeJS
Sessions and Cookies, Authentication and Authorization

Routing and HTTP Methods, Middleware, Cookies REST

ExpressJS
API, Error Handling, Integrating React and Express

Unit Test Case - Unit Testing Using Open Source Tools,

Testing
Browser and System Testing Automation

CLOUD DEPLOYMENT & DEVOPS 2 WEEKS

Cloud Foundations AWS Console, IAM, Roles, EC2, Lambda, DocumentDB

IaC, Route53, CF, TF, CloudWatch, Nginx, and

DevOps
PM2(Summary Docs)

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BUILD A JOB-READY PORTFOLIO WITH
32 INDUSTRY-RELEVANT PROJECTS

HTML & CSS | DOM MANIPULATION |

WEBPAGES FOR FOOD BUILD A PORTFOLIO
ORDER APPLICATION WEBSITE

Build 10+ webpages using HTML Create a dynamic & interactive

for the admin side view of the food portfolio website using DOM
ordering application and establish (Document Object Model)
links to the admin dashboard. manipulation, HTML & CSS.
Additionally, use CSS to enhance the
appearance and layout of the web
Skills
pages.
• JavaScript Programming
• DOM Manipulation
Skills • Event Handling
• HTML & CSS Syntax • Error Handling
• Responsive Design • Element Selection & Modification
• Navigation & Page Linking
• Data Listing & Presentation
• Form Handling

JAVASCRIPT ES6 DATA STRUCTURES |

AND OOP | BUILD A BUILD AN AUDIO/
FOOTBALL DATABASE VIDEO PLAYER
APPLICATION APPLICATION

Use concepts of ES6 and OOP Build a web-based video player

(Object-Oriented Programming) to application using array methods and
build a football database app that math functions that allows users to
allows users to search and explore play, shuffle, navigate, and search
information about football clubs and through a collection of videos.
players.

Skills Skills
• Object-Oriented Programming • Proficiency in Math Functions
• Class-Based Architecture • Date Functions & String Functions
• Iterating Arrays • Searching Algorithms
• Algorithmic Thinking • Sorting Algorithms
• User Input Handling • Data Structures
• Data Manipulation & Filtering

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REACT AND REACT
SQL AND MONGODB |
REDUX | BUILD
DATABASE OPERATIONS
A FOOD ORDER
FOR FOOD ORDER
APPLICATION (USER
APPLICATION
SIDE & ADMIN SIDE)

Build the homepage of a food Design database and create

ordering app using React & advanced collections, insert documents and
React concepts in which data can retrieve records from it for a food
be fetched from third party API. order application using SQL &
Additionally, learn how to debug the MongoDB separately.
app.
Skills
Skills • Database Design
• React Fundamentals • Data Modeling
• React Router • CRUD Operations
• useContext Hook & Context API • Query Optimization
• React-Redux Library • Data Retrieval Strategies
• Debugging Components • Document-Oriented Database
• Data Fetching with External APIs Concepts
• RDBMS

NODE.JS | BACKEND EXPRESS.JS | BUILD A

SERVER FOR FOOD BACKEND APPLICATION
ORDER APPLICATION

Use concepts of Express.js,

Create backend servers and various Mongoose package & Unit Testing to
APIs for the food order application access the MongoDB database from
using Node.js. the backend server.

Skills
Skills
• Node.js Fundamentals
• Express.js Fundamentals
• Installation & Configuration
• Setting Up Scripts & Handlers
• Package Management &
• Middleware Function
Dependency Management (NPM)
• Embedded JavaScript Setup
• TypeScript Integration
• SPA (Single Page Application)
• Debugger Configuration & Usage
• SSR (Server-Side Rendering)
• Package Manager - Yarn
• Mongoose Schema & Model
• Unit Testing

Note: The listed projects are samples; the program offers additional diverse projects.

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FACULTY AND MENTORS

Dr. Kumar Muthuraman

Faculty Director - Abhay Samant Nirmallya Mukherjee
Center for Research Faculty, UT Austin Former Chief Architect
and Analytics

Carlos Damiani Paiva Maxwell Kendall Vik Williamson

Full Stack Software Senior Full Stack Software Senior Software
Engineer and Engineer and Engineer
Program Mentor Program Mentor

Adam Zerner Paul Cruse III

Software Engineer Senior Staff
Engineer

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LEARNER CAREER TRANSITIONS

SENIOR MANAGER: DATA SCIENTIST -

BI & ADVANCED DATA TECHNOLOGY
ANALYTICS OFFICER & ENGINEER

MOSIMA SELOTA

SENIOR CONSULTANT LEAD

& HEAD: BI ANALYTICS CONSULTANT

DANIEL WEBB

DATA ANALYST - SENIOR DATA

STRATEGY & ANALYST - STRATEGIC
PLANNING PLANNING

FERNANDO
KURI REYES

TESTIMONIALS
“The mentors add immense value to the program. Academics providing
background knowledge and real world practitioners providing practical
guidance were the best parts of the experience.”
Christopher Campbell,
Statistical Consultant, California Casualty Management Company

“As an HR professional aspiring to transition into a tech role, the

learning experience was truly enriching. The live classes and additional
sessions created an interactive platform that significantly deepened my
understanding. Grateful for the comprehensive learning and supportive
environment, I highly recommend this program.”
Fabiely Estrella,
Human Resource Representative, Textron

“This program offers comprehensive content, covering essential areas

from basic web pages to deploying web applications. The up-to-date
materials and excellent support were particularly commendable. I highly
recommend this program for anyone looking to update their knowledge.”

Jesus Alfonso Beltran Galindo,

Co Founder, Shopsi

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CAREER SUPPORT
When you choose this program, you also get access to career guidance webinar series by
industry experts and e-portfolio.

Gain Insights through an Exclusive Career Guidance Webinar Series

Navigate Your Career Path: Interview Success Blueprint:

Proven Strategies for a Ace Technical Questions with
Targeted Job Search Proven Tips

Cracking the Code: What Unlock Opportunities:

Recruiters Seek in the Ideal Your Guide to Building an
Software Developer Impactful Resume

E-portfolio
An e-portfolio is a snapshot of all the projects done and skills acquired during the program. Get
an industry-ready shareable e-portfolio that will help you establish your expertise to potential
recruiters.

LEARNING RHYTHM - WEEKLY

COMMITMENT OF 16-18 HOURS
• 2-3 hours of live classes and guided labs
• 10-12 hours of practice coding problems and assignments
• 4 hours of optional support sessions (office hours)

PROGRAM FEE
$4999* $4500*
*Limited Period Offer.

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