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Building a Website with Node.js and Express.js

Building a Website with Node.js and Express.js

This article divides deep into building websites with Node.js and Express.js. Express.js is an essential framework for creating robust and scalable web applications on top of Node.js, and today's focus will be on routing, middleware, template engines, and cookie sessions. Concept Highlights: app.use(callback) app.use(path, callback) GET, POST, PUT, DELETE Express Middleware Call the Next Middleware in the Stack Using Express Router Cookie Session Management Middleware Template Variables EJS 1. app.use(callback) The app.use(callback) method in Express.js is used to mount middleware functions. This middleware will run for every request made to your application, regardless of the HTTP method or URL. e.g.)…
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Thought-Provoking Questions Every Backend Developer Should Ask

Thought-Provoking Questions Every Backend Developer Should Ask

Whenever I embark on a backend development project, I find it essential to ask myself a set of critical questions. These questions help guide my approach to building a system that is scalable, secure, and highly performant. Here are some of the key areas I focus on and the thought-provoking questions I ask to ensure I'm building the best possible solution. 1. API Design & Usability APIs are the backbone of many backend services. They need to be both functional and easy to use, but they also require speed, security, and resilience against abuse. Some of the questions I ask…
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High performance Node.js static file serving — using Rust

High performance Node.js static file serving — using Rust

A few months ago we released Encore.ts — an Open Source backend framework for TypeScript / Node.js. Since there are already many frameworks out there, we want to share some of the outlier design decisions we've made and how they lead to improved performance and developer experience. Serving static files in Node.js, using Rust for high performance Encore.ts comes with built-in support for serving static assets (such as images, HTML and CSS files, and JavaScript files). This is useful when you want to serve a static website or a single-page application (SPA) that has been pre-compiled into static files. When…
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Encore.ts – Backend Game changer

Encore.ts – Backend Game changer

In the rapidly evolving landscape of web development, staying ahead often means embracing tools and technologies that enhance performance, simplify workflows, and foster productivity. Encore.ts is emerging as one such tool, promising to revolutionize backend development. This article delves into what Encore.ts is, how it stands out from other libraries, and why it might be the right choice for your next project. What is Encore.ts? Encore.ts is a TypeScript-based framework designed to streamline the development of backend applications. It leverages a high-performance Rust runtime, which integrates seamlessly with the Node.js runtime, allowing developers to write TypeScript code while benefiting from…
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Ultimate Spring Boot Interview Preparation Guide

Ultimate Spring Boot Interview Preparation Guide

1. Why Spring Boot? Spring based applications have a lot of configuration. When we use Spring MVC, we need to configure ComponentScan, DispatcherServlet, a view resolver, web jars, and more. Spring Boot is a project that is built on the top of the Spring framework. It provides a simpler and faster way to set up, configure, and run both simple and web-based applications. World is moving towards microservices and cloud-native applications. Spring Boot is the best choice for building microservices. **** ### 2. What are Spring Boot goals? Quick start to Spring. Provide opinionated 'starter' dependencies to simplify build configuration.…
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Why MongoDB? Exploring the Benefits and Use Cases of a Leading NoSQL Database

Why MongoDB? Exploring the Benefits and Use Cases of a Leading NoSQL Database

IntroductionIn the realm of database management systems, MongoDB has emerged as a popular choice, especially for applications requiring high scalability, flexibility, and performance. Unlike traditional relational databases, MongoDB is a NoSQL database, designed to handle large volumes of unstructured data. This article explores the key reasons why developers and organizations choose MongoDB, its unique features, and its ideal use cases. Understanding MongoDBMongoDB is a document-oriented NoSQL database that stores data in JSON-like BSON (Binary JSON) format. It was developed by MongoDB Inc. and released in 2009. Its architecture is built to accommodate modern application requirements, such as handling big data,…
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