Web-Mobile Apps Masters Curriculum

Phase 1: Blended Program (First 18 Months)

In the first 18 months, students will be exposed to advanced coding techniques, web and mobile development, and interdisciplinary subjects from AI, game design, cloud computing, leadership, and startups.

Year 1: Advanced Coding + Web-Mobile App Development Foundations (Months 1–12)

Months 1–6: Coding Techniques, Web-Mobile App Basics, and Cross-Disciplinary Learning

• LeetCode and Interview Preparation:

  • Weekly coding practice on LeetCode, focusing on interview-style problems from top tech companies like Google, Facebook, Tesla, and OpenAI.

  • Topics include algorithms, data structures (trees, graphs, dynamic programming), and coding best practices.

  • Mock coding interviews and real-time feedback.

• Introduction to Web Development:

  • Frontend development: HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.

  • Introduction to modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).

  • Real-world project: Build a static website using responsive design techniques, focused on user experience (UX) and performance.

• Introduction to Mobile Development:

  • Native app development (iOS: Swift, Android: Kotlin) vs. hybrid app frameworks (React Native, Flutter).

  • Introduction to app lifecycle, navigation, and basic UI components.

  • Real-world project: Develop a simple mobile app that displays data from an API, such as a weather app or news reader.

• Blending with AI, Game Design, and Cloud Computing:

  • AI Integration: Implement AI-powered features in web and mobile apps, such as chatbots, recommendation systems, and predictive models.

  • Game Design Elements: Incorporating gamification into mobile apps (e.g., points, badges, and leaderboards).

  • Cloud Basics: Introduction to cloud storage and server-side operations for apps (AWS, GCP, Firebase).

  • Real-world project: Build a cloud-connected web or mobile app using AI-driven recommendations and cloud-based storage for user data.

Months 7–12: Full-Stack Web and Mobile Development

• Full-Stack Web Development:

  • Backend development: Node.js, Python (Flask, Django), Ruby on Rails, Java (Spring).

  • Database management: SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL), NoSQL (MongoDB, Firebase), and ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) tools.

  • RESTful APIs: Building, securing, and scaling APIs.

  • Real-world project: Develop a full-stack web application with user authentication, data persistence, and real-time features (e.g., a blog platform or social networking site).

• Advanced Mobile Development:

  • Mobile UX/UI: Best practices for mobile design and navigation patterns.

  • Using mobile sensors (GPS, camera, accelerometer) to create interactive and dynamic applications.

  • App Store deployment: Publishing apps on Google Play and Apple App Store.

  • Real-world project: Build a mobile app that utilizes geolocation or camera functions (e.g., a photo-sharing app or a location-based task manager).

• Blending with Leadership and Cloud Computing:

  • Leadership in App Development: Managing app development teams, agile methodologies, and iterative releases.

  • Cloud for Mobile and Web Apps: Scaling apps using cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Firebase) for backend services and user authentication.

  • Real-world project: Deploy a mobile or web app in the cloud, using real-time data storage and cloud-based API integrations.

Year 2: Specialization in Web-Mobile App Development (Months 13–18)

Months 13–18: Advanced Web and Mobile Application Development

• Advanced Frontend Development:

  • Progressive Web Apps (PWAs): Creating fast, offline-capable apps using service workers, push notifications, and caching strategies.

  • Single Page Applications (SPAs) and performance optimization (lazy loading, code splitting).

  • Real-world project: Build a high-performance Progressive Web App that works offline and delivers push notifications (e.g., an e-commerce platform or booking app).

• Mobile App Performance Optimization:

  • Techniques to optimize mobile app performance (e.g., memory management, battery optimization, network usage).

  • Using Firebase and other tools for real-time updates and notifications in mobile apps.

  • Real-world project: Build a highly optimized mobile app with features like push notifications, background processing, and offline capabilities.

• Cross-Platform Development:

  • Deep dive into cross-platform development with React Native and Flutter.

  • Optimizing code reuse and building platform-specific components where needed.

  • Real-world project: Develop a cross-platform app for both iOS and Android that integrates with native APIs (e.g., a health-tracking app or task management tool).

• Backend and API Design for Scalable Apps:

  • Advanced REST API design and introduction to GraphQL for flexible data querying.

  • Building secure and scalable backend systems with authentication and authorization.

  • Real-world project: Build a backend API that supports a mobile and web application, complete with user authentication, data storage, and API documentation.

• Blending with Leadership and Cloud Operations:

  • Leadership in Mobile and Web Teams: Managing distributed teams, scaling apps for a global audience.

  • Cloud Operations: Implementing CI/CD pipelines, serverless architectures, and deploying containers with Docker/Kubernetes.

  • Real-world project: Build and deploy a cloud-native, scalable web or mobile app with a CI/CD pipeline.

Phase 2: Specialization and Real-World Applications (Months 19–36)

Months 19–30: Specialization in Advanced Web and Mobile Development

During this phase, students choose an area of specialization within web and mobile development, gaining deep expertise while working on large-scale projects.

Specialization Option 1: Advanced Web Development

• Mastering modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js, Svelte).

• Advanced server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG).

• Building highly scalable web platforms for large user bases.

• Real-world project: Develop a large-scale web platform with SSR/SSG, handling high traffic, and optimizing for SEO (e.g., a content management system or online marketplace).

Specialization Option 2: Advanced Mobile Development

• Deep dive into native development (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android).

• Advanced mobile UI/UX design, including animations, transitions, and gesture recognition.

• Integrating AR/VR into mobile apps using ARKit, ARCore, or Unity.

• Real-world project: Build a highly interactive mobile app with advanced animations and AR/VR integration (e.g., an AR-based educational app or mobile game).

Specialization Option 3: Cloud-Native Applications for Web and Mobile

• Building cloud-native applications with serverless architecture, microservices, and cloud APIs.

• Managing large-scale data processing, cloud storage, and real-time data flows.

• Real-world project: Create a cloud-native mobile or web app that processes real-time data (e.g., a live collaboration tool or real-time chat application).

Specialization Option 4: Security and Privacy for Web and Mobile Apps

• Implementing advanced security measures for web and mobile apps (OAuth, JWT, encryption).

• Building secure APIs and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

• Real-world project: Build a highly secure web or mobile application for sensitive data (e.g., a financial or health-related app with multi-factor authentication and encryption).

Phase 3: 6-Month Live Project (Months 31–36)

Live Capstone Project (6 Months)

• Real-World Web/Mobile App Project: In the final 6 months, students work on a live project, either in collaboration with industry partners or developing their own startup product.

• Team Collaboration: Students will work in teams to design, develop, and deploy a web or mobile app that addresses a real-world challenge or opportunity.

• Project Examples:

  • Building a large-scale e-commerce platform with advanced payment integration, user authentication, and cloud deployment.

  • Developing a mobile app for social networking with real-time notifications, messaging, and user-generated content.

  • Creating a cross-platform educational app with AR/VR elements, integrated cloud storage, and secure user data handling.

• Project Phases:

  • Phase 1 (Months 31–32): Research, ideation, and system architecture design.

  • Phase 2 (Months 33–34): App development, iterative testing, and feature implementation.

  • Phase 3 (Months 35–36): Final deployment, performance optimization, and presentation to stakeholders or investors.

Program Outcomes:

• Mastery in advanced web and mobile development techniques, including full-stack development, cross-platform optimization, and cloud-native architecture.

• Proficiency in designing and deploying secure, scalable applications using cutting-edge technologies.

• Hands-on experience through real-world projects and collaborations, preparing students for roles as web/mobile developers, cloud engineers, or startup founders.

• Leadership and teamwork skills, developed through project management, collaboration, and industry-oriented problem-solving.

• A completed live project that showcases the student’s ability to deliver high-quality, real-world applications ready for deployment.