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Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal

Ref: GZG407
10 people max.
From $5,775 HT / per person
Pay in 3 installments · On-site on request · +$540 with certification exam
5 days
Remote

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Learning objectives

  • Master the fundamentals of Backstage for a professional portal
  • Develop a certified internal services catalog for the company
  • Configure Backstage plugins for optimized workflows
  • Implement TechDocs and scaffolding to accelerate projects
  • Integrate Backstage with CI/CD and deploy securely to production
  • Acquire certifying skills in Internal Developer Portal

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.

  • Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.

  • Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.

  • The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.

Imed BEN AMOR
Imed BEN AMOR

Learni trainer · Development expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction

Program

Module 1Backstage Fundamentals: Installation and Architecture (Node.js, Yarn, Docker)

Immersive discovery of Backstage basics with quick local environment installation via Yarn and creation of a first developer portal project, exploration of the modular architecture, plugins, and core entities, practical exercises to configure an initial internal services catalog, first integration tests with GitHub, creation of a custom entities schema, and code review to validate professional best practices from day one.

Module 2Backstage Catalog: Managing Services and Components (YAML, Entities)

Deep dive into the Backstage catalog core to model services, components, and APIs using descriptive YAML files, hands-on workshops to import existing Git repositories, enrichment of metadata with relationships and owners, simulation of real business cases such as a banking microservice, automatic generation of custom views, export of diagrams, and initial documentation to enhance software asset visibility within the team.

Module 3Backstage Plugins: Configuration and Customization (Catalog, TechRadar)

Mastery of essential Backstage plugins like Catalog and TechRadar for advanced customization, installation and setup via app-config.yaml, interactive exercises to build dynamic service health dashboards, Prometheus metrics integration, real-world business cases with live monitoring, development of a simple TypeScript plugin, unit tests, and local deployment for immediate production adoption.

Module 4Backstage TechDocs and Scaffolder: Documentation and Code Generation

Building native Backstage TechDocs sites from Markdown and MkDocs, workshops to automate service documentation via GitHub Actions pipelines, introduction to the Scaffolder for generating standard project templates, exercises with customized Node.js and React skeletons, template validation with live previews, secure DevOps workflow integration, and delivery of a documented red thread project ready to scale in the company.

Module 5Backstage Deployment: Production, Security, and CI/CD (Kubernetes, Helm)

Production deployment of Backstage on Kubernetes using Helm charts, advanced proxy configuration, OAuth authentication, and RBAC for security, CI/CD integration with GitLab or Jenkins for automated updates, incident simulations and troubleshooting, performance optimization with Redis caching, finalization of the red thread project with Grafana monitoring, delivery of a deployment playbook, and adoption plan to transform your organization into a mature developer platform.

Evaluation method

  • Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous assessment through practical Backstage exercises
  • Presentation of the red thread developer portal

Learning method

  • Training delivered by an active Backstage expert trainer
  • Practical exercises based on real internal company cases
  • Progressive red thread project for a complete portal
  • Complete course materials and Backstage open-source resources

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal training cost?+
The individual price is $5,775 (USD). A detailed quote is sent within one business day.
How long is the Training Backstage - Creating an Internal Developer Portal training?+
The training lasts 5 journées, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices.
How is this training paid for?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company (L&D or training budget). We invoice in US dollars and accept bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
Are there any prerequisites?+
Basics in Node.js, YAML, Git, and modern web development
Is a certificate delivered at the end?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report.
Does Learni provide the equipment?+
No. A computer and stable internet connection are required for the participant. Learni provides the educational platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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