Course Content
Backend Development with Node.js and Express.js
Backend Development with Node.js and Express.js
1. Introduction to Node.js and Backend Development
2. Building Console Applications with Node.js
Introduction to Console Applications in Node.jsWhat are Console Applications?Working with the File System in Node.jsChallenge: File System OperationsBuilding Command Line Interface (CLI) AppsUsing the Commander Module for CLI AppsWorking with the Readline ModuleBuilding a Guessing Game Console AppManaging Directories in Node.jsDirectory Inspection ToolSummary of Console Applications in Node.js
3. Developing Web Applications with Express.js
Introduction to Express.js in Web DevelopmentWhy Use Express.js for Web Development?Understanding HTTP RequestsSetting Up an Express.js ApplicationCreating and Managing Routes in Express.jsTesting APIs with PostmanIntroduction to Middleware in Express.jsUsing Built-in Middleware in Express.jsCreating Custom MiddlewareSummary of Key Express.js Concepts
4. Building REST APIs with Node.js and Express.js
Introduction to REST API DevelopmentCore Concepts of REST APIsSetting Up the Project StructureDefining the Entry Point of the APIBuilding the GET All Posts EndpointBuilding the GET Post by Id EndpointBuilding the CREATE Post EndpointBuilding the UPDATE Post by Id EndpointBuilding the DELETE Post by Id EndpointRunning and Testing the REST APIFinal Thoughts and Next Steps
Key Takeaways
Journey Recap
You've ventured into the world of backend dynamics, understanding its pivotal role in web orchestration. You've harnessed JavaScript and Node.js, unveiling their power.
Node.js's secrets are now yours, as you've embraced its asynchronous rhythm, Google V8 engine, and the NPM symphony for seamless library management.
With confidence, you've installed Node.js on your local machine, fusing the digital and tangible realms and sparking your creativity.
You've taken command of your coding domain, crafting your first Node.js creations – two apps that mark the beginning of your journey.
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