Modules

The course content is organized into twelve modules, one per chapter of the ESaaS textbook, plus a short orientation. Each module page lists that module’s videos, textbook readings, self-check, and CHIPS programming assignments. Start with the Orientation.

• Orientation

• Module 1: Introduction to SaaS and Agile Development

• Module 2: Ruby: Learning to Learn Languages

• Module 3: SaaS Architecture: HTTP, REST, and APIs

• Module 4: Rails and MVC

• Module 5: Advanced Rails: DRY, Associations, and Authentication

• Module 6: JavaScript and the Client Side

• Module 7: Requirements: BDD and User Stories

• Module 8: Testing: TDD with RSpec

• Module 9: Legacy Code and Refactoring

• Module 10: Agile Teams and Project Management

• Module 11: Design Patterns and SOLID

• Module 12: Operations: Performance, Deployment, and Security

Self-checks

Every module ends with a self-check on Gradescope.

Lecture recordings

Each module page links that module’s recorded videos. For past lecture recordings, see the Fall 2023 lecture YouTube playlist (berkeley.edu access only) — it’s recommended you review these OR the module videos before coming to live class.