The internet has evolved significantly from its early days of static HTML pages. Nowadays, dynamic and interactive web experiences rely on a powerful engine working behind the scenes – backend development. This book serves as your introduction to mastering Node.js, a JavaScript runtime environment that has transformed the way we build backend applications. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some programming experience, this book is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to create robust and scalable backend applications using Node.js. We will cover the fundamental concepts of asynchronous programming, explore powerful tools and frameworks, and guide you through the entire development process, from start to finish.
In ?WHAT IS BACKEND DEVELOPMENT,? we demystify the backend, making it accessible to anyone who want to know what server side programming is about.
We discuss the definition and role of backend development in web applications, We also compare and discuss the differences between frontend and backend development and see how they are made to work as a unit.
What We Look Into?Understanding Back-End Development:Discover the role of backend in web applications.Decode APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and their pivotal role.Compare the frontend and backend development.Setting Up Node.js Environment:From installation to configuration, we?ve got you covered.Dive into the core concepts of Node.js.asynchronous programming and the event-driven architecture.Building Your First Backend:Create a simple HTTP server using Node.js.Handle requests and responses.Explore authentication, authorization, and error handling.Scaling Up and Deployment:Take your app from local to global.Architect your code for success.Code Organization and Architecture Patterns:Learn the art of structuring your Node.js projects.Unleash best practices for maintainable code.Authentication and Authorization:Testing, error handling and debugging and more
Why This Book?Beginner-Friendly: No prior backend knowledge is required.Practical Examples: Code Examples Included to explain concepts better.Real-world scenarios to reinforce learning.Node.js: The Node.js ecosystem uses javascript, so lower learning curve into backend development.
