CS406
Modern Web Application 2 - From MVP to Deployed App
Faculty
Nico Deblauwe
Freelance Full Stack Developer & Innovation Expert
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Overview
This course explains how a modern framework such as Laravel can be used to turn an idea into a working application. The module focuses on production aspects and advanced techniques — including the integration of external services, the development of interactive applications, and the creation of an API for your app — as well as key concepts such as microservices and multi-tenancy. You will learn how to progress from a prototype to a deployed application, so that by the end of the course your idea will be accessible and usable to the world.
Learning highlights
- Integrate and use external services (API or SDK).
- Extend knowledge beyond MVC frameworks.
- Build your own API for programmatic access.
- Learn how to run an application in production.
- Course has a focus on sustainable dev workflows beyond the solo developer situation.
- Learn how to monitor usage, and to use it to detect new user needs and fix weak design points.
Course outline
15 classes
Checking in
Recap of main concepts from MWA 1.
Understanding an existing application.
Production Aspects - Basics
Types of hosting. Deployment toolchain. DNS primer. Env vs config.
Production Aspects - Advanced
Monitoring. Emails.
Databases. Disks. Backups.
External Services - Basics
Basic API workflow.
Dealing with Exceptions.
External Services - Advanced
Separate service calls from usage/view.
Combining services. Caching.
Interactivity in Interface
Livewire (=HTML over the wire).
Refactor existing components.
Changing an app in production
Extending functionality.
Altering data structures. Code Refactors.
All about Money
Cost estimation for real-live projects.
Adding Payments (SDK example).
Your own API
API types. Controllers. Json presentation layer. Reusability.
Snow Summit
Snow Summit (free)
Snow Summit
Snow Summit (free)
All-in on CI/CD
Testing. Git Flow vs Github Flow.
Agentic Coding.
Microservices
Concept. Flavours. Considerations.
One practical implementation.
Multi-tenancy
Concept. Flavours. Considerations.
One practical implementation.
Project Presentations
Shine when demonstrating your outcome.
Answer some difficult questions.
Prerequisites
Methodology
Lectures: during the daily lectures, you’ll be introduced to new knowledge and learn new skills.
Practical examples: lecturer will live-code demo application from scratch over the span of the course.
Homework: some smaller assignments will be given throughout the module (individual & group work).
Individual project: every student will have to build their own project.
Grading
Nico has a PhD in Telecom Engineering and over 15 years of experience in web development. Check his profile on LinkedIn for full information.
At Harbour.Space, Nico teaches 2 courses on backend web development (in BCN) and a course on introduction to web development (in BKK). Nico also teaches the Software Development Basics course at CODE University (Berlin, 5 ECTS).
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Modern Web Application 2 - From MVP to Deployed App
by Nico Deblauwe
Total hours
45 Hours
Dates
Jan 12 - Jan 30, 2026
Fee for single course
€1500
Fee for degree students
€750
How to secure your spot
Complete the form below to kickstart your application
Schedule your Harbour.Space interview
If successful, get ready to join us on campus
FAQ
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate signed by the director of the program your course belonged to.
Do I need a visa?
This depends on your case. Please check with the Spanish or Thai consulate in your country of residence about visa requirements. We will do our part to provide you with the necessary documents, such as the Certificate of Enrollment.
Can I get a discount?
Yes. The easiest way to enroll in a course at a discounted price is to register for multiple courses. Registering for multiple courses will reduce the cost per individual course. Please ask the Admissions Office for more information about the other kinds of discounts we offer and what you can do to receive one.