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Node.js for Beginners
Node.js for Beginners

Node.js for Beginners: A comprehensive guide to building efficient, full-featured web applications with Node.js

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Node.js for Beginners

Part 1: Node.js Overview and JavaScript Language

In Part 1, you will learn how Node.js works and why it is one of the most popular tools used to build web projects today. Together, we will set up the development environment and you will learn the details of the JavaScript language and how you can take advantage of its asynchronous programming.

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  • Learn JavaScript, async programming, and event-driven architectures in Node.js
  • Discover best practices for secure deployment and testing of Node.js apps
  • Build a feature-rich web app from scratch using MongoDB, Express.js, and passport.js, including testing
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

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Node.js revolutionizes server-side JavaScript development and empowers developers to build efficient, scalable, and versatile applications across a range of use cases. This book is written by a Node.js core collaborator and releaser and is the only book for beginners on Node.js. It takes you on a progressive learning path that will give you the skills needed to leverage Node.js. You’ll learn Node.js fundamentals and refresh your knowledge of JavaScript before transitioning to the development of modern web applications using Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. You’ll get hands-on with complex topics such as asynchronous programming, npm libraries, event-driven patterns for HTTP servers, RESTful API, and JSON Web Tokens. The final chapters will walk you through the deployment process, offering insights into various strategies, including bare metal setups, virtual machines, and containerization with Docker. You’ll also be guided through the use of Process Manager 2 (PM2) for efficient process management. By the end of this Node.js book, you'll have the skills to craft, test, and deploy Node.js web applications confidently and use this powerful stack in your day-to-day projects.

Who is this book for?

This book is for developers eager to learn Node.js swiftly and utilize it for web app development. Front-end developers looking to delve into back-end development or become full-stack developers using Node.js will also benefit from this book’s comprehensive coverage of topics. Before you get started with this book, you’ll need to be familiar with the basics of coding (JavaScript programming or another language), Git and/or GitHub, and front-end development, as these topics aren’t covered in the book.

What you will learn

  • Build solid and secure Node.js applications from scratch
  • Discover how to consume and publish npm packages effectively
  • Master patterns for refactoring and evolving your applications over time
  • Gain a deep understanding of essential web development principles, including HTTP, RESTful API design, JWT, authentication, authorization, and error handling
  • Implement robust testing strategies to enhance the quality and reliability of your applications
  • Deploy your Node.js applications to production environments using Docker and PM2

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Table of Contents

24 Chapters
Part 1: Node.js Overview and JavaScript Language Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: Introduction to Node.js Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Setting Up the Development Environment Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: JavaScript Fundamentals Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Asynchronous Programming Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 2: Node.js Ecosystem and Architecture Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Node.js Core Libraries Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: External Modules and npm Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Event-Driven Architecture Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: Testing in Node.js Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 3: Web Application Fundamentals Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Handling HTTP and REST APIs Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: Building Web Applications with Express Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 4: Building Solid Web Applications with Node.js Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Building a Web Application Project from Scratch Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Data Persistence with MongoDB Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: User Authentication and Authorization with Passport.js Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 14: Error Handling in Node.js Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 15: Securing Web Applications Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 5: Mastering Node.js Deployment and Portability Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 16: Deploying Node.js Applications Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 17: Dockerizing a Node.js Application Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Other Books You May Enjoy Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

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Leonardo Gomes May 31, 2024
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I have the e-book version and this book goes deep into all the concepts with many diagrams, code samples, and external references.The event loop explanation is easy to understand. Check the chapters list and you will see how complete this book is.Good reading to all!
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Robert Jun 13, 2024
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I really enjoyed reading this book!One thing I really liked was the approachable style to testing. Testing is one of those topics that can be hard to digest but is so important for the professional world and developing scalable safe applications.Another thing I really liked about the book is the section about deployment. He went through GitHub actions for a good CI pipeline. This is something that not many books talk about but I really appreciated.I definitely recommend this book for beginners. Not only does it go into practical ways of building node applications but also JavaScript itself and how it ties into building node apps.
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Salman Farsi Jun 01, 2024
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This book covers the essentials of building efficient web applications using Node.js, including setting up the development environment, understanding JavaScript fundamentals, and mastering asynchronous programming. The book also delves into the Node.js ecosystem, exploring core libraries, external modules, event-driven architecture, and testing in Node.js. Later sections focus on web application fundamentals, handling HTTP and REST APIs, data persistence with MongoDB, and securing web applications. It’s a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills in Node.js and web development.
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Maurizio Lupo May 18, 2024
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As a seasoned Node.js developer (started in 2010), all my reference books are fairly outdated. I was searching a book for my son : he is 17 ans he is studying Computer Science A level and he will soon start a work experience.This book touches the right topics, the order also makes a lot of sense.The explanations are super clear and there are a ton of references to relevant material.It is just the perfect book for starting with Node.js
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Cara May 22, 2024
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This book is a great resource for beginners. It makes learning a potentially intimidating subject much easier. Though it's meant to be a refresher, I'm not sure how necessary the JavaScript Fundamentals chapter is. Aside from this, the book covers pretty much everything you need to know to get started with NodeJS. The projects included really reinforce your understanding. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone wanting to get started with NodeJS.
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