
Mastering Node.js Web Development
Go on a comprehensive journey from the fundamentals to advanced web development with Node.js
Adam Freeman(Author)
Packt Publishing
Published on 24. June 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
778 pages
978-1-80461-507-2 (ISBN)
Description
Unlock the full potential of Node.js with practical skills to develop and deploy scalable and high-performance server-side applications that enhance your client-side projects
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Key Features
Server-side applications with Node.js, covering HTTP requests, static and dynamic content delivery, form data processing, and RESTful web services
Hands-on examples, step-by-step code listings, and best practices for building and deploying server applications
Common services like authentication, managing application state, and performance optimization
Book DescriptionDive into the world of Node.js with this comprehensive guide, taking you from foundational concepts to practical web development mastery. Written by an industry veteran with over 50 programming books under his belt, this book will help both beginners and seasoned developers.
Gain a deep understanding of the most important server-side features in web development with Node.js. The first part of the book will get you up to speed with basic features of Node.js and TypeScript. In the second part, you'll elevate your skills by creating simplified implementations of key server-side features to understand how they work and how they are presented to clients. Armed with the understanding gained from implementing each feature, you will be able to replace custom code with production-ready open-source packages.
The third part will help you understand how server-side features are combined for practical web development. Using Adam Freeman's signature SportsStore application, you will learn how to develop client and server-side components, culminating in a thorough application deployment preparation.
By the end of this Node.js book, you will be able to build and deploy server applications to support HTTP clients, including JavaScript applications created with frameworks such as Angular and React.What you will learn
Process HTTP requests and perform file operations
Create RESTful web services that can be consumed by client-side apps
Work with server apps serving JavaScript clients, such as React and Angular
Leverage Node.js to work with popular databases
Apply practical knowledge through building the SportsStore project
Authenticate users and authorize access to application features
Who this book is forThis book is for programmers with a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS who are transitioning into JavaScript development and are looking to master the implementation of server-side applications.
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Key Features
Server-side applications with Node.js, covering HTTP requests, static and dynamic content delivery, form data processing, and RESTful web services
Hands-on examples, step-by-step code listings, and best practices for building and deploying server applications
Common services like authentication, managing application state, and performance optimization
Book DescriptionDive into the world of Node.js with this comprehensive guide, taking you from foundational concepts to practical web development mastery. Written by an industry veteran with over 50 programming books under his belt, this book will help both beginners and seasoned developers.
Gain a deep understanding of the most important server-side features in web development with Node.js. The first part of the book will get you up to speed with basic features of Node.js and TypeScript. In the second part, you'll elevate your skills by creating simplified implementations of key server-side features to understand how they work and how they are presented to clients. Armed with the understanding gained from implementing each feature, you will be able to replace custom code with production-ready open-source packages.
The third part will help you understand how server-side features are combined for practical web development. Using Adam Freeman's signature SportsStore application, you will learn how to develop client and server-side components, culminating in a thorough application deployment preparation.
By the end of this Node.js book, you will be able to build and deploy server applications to support HTTP clients, including JavaScript applications created with frameworks such as Angular and React.What you will learn
Process HTTP requests and perform file operations
Create RESTful web services that can be consumed by client-side apps
Work with server apps serving JavaScript clients, such as React and Angular
Leverage Node.js to work with popular databases
Apply practical knowledge through building the SportsStore project
Authenticate users and authorize access to application features
Who this book is forThis book is for programmers with a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS who are transitioning into JavaScript development and are looking to master the implementation of server-side applications.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
US School Grade: College Graduate Student
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 41 mm
Weight
1424 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80461-507-2 (9781804615072)
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Adam Freeman
Mastering Node.js Web Development
Go on a comprehensive journey from the fundamentals to advanced web development with Node.js
E-Book
09/2024
Packt Publishing
€29.99
Available for download
Person
Adam Freeman is an experienced IT professional who started his career as a programmer. He has held senior positions in a range of companies, most recently serving as Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer of a global bank. He has written over 50 programming books, focusing mostly on web application development. Now retired, he spends his time writing and trying to make furniture.
Content
Table of Contents
Getting Ready
Working with the Node.js Tools
JavaScript and TypeScript Primer
Understanding Node.js Concurrency
Handling HTTP Requests
Using Node.js Streams
Using Bundles and Content Security
Unit Testing and Debugging
Creating the Example Project
Using HTML Templates
Handling Form Data
Using Databases
Using Sessions
Creating RESTful Web Services
Authenticating and Authorizing Requests
SportsStore: A Real Application
SportsStore: Navigation and Cart
SportsStore: Orders and Validation
SportsStore: Authentication
SportsStore: Administration
SportsStore: Deployment
Getting Ready
Working with the Node.js Tools
JavaScript and TypeScript Primer
Understanding Node.js Concurrency
Handling HTTP Requests
Using Node.js Streams
Using Bundles and Content Security
Unit Testing and Debugging
Creating the Example Project
Using HTML Templates
Handling Form Data
Using Databases
Using Sessions
Creating RESTful Web Services
Authenticating and Authorizing Requests
SportsStore: A Real Application
SportsStore: Navigation and Cart
SportsStore: Orders and Validation
SportsStore: Authentication
SportsStore: Administration
SportsStore: Deployment