TypeScript with Node.js and Express

Build Type-Safe APIs and Web Applications Using Express and TypeScript

Master TypeScript with Node.js and Express to build production-ready, type-safe APIs and web applications. Complete guide from setup to deployment with real-world examples.

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Category: TypeScript

Pages: 513

Language: English

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DSIN: 0LBHQSFJRYL8

About This Book

**Transform Your Node.js Development with TypeScript's Type Safety and Express's Flexibility** In today's rapidly evolving web development landscape, building maintainable, scalable, and error-free APIs is crucial for success. "TypeScript with Node.js and Express" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of type-safe server-side development, combining the robustness of TypeScript with the proven reliability of Express.js. This practical handbook takes you from TypeScript fundamentals to advanced implementation patterns, ensuring you can confidently build production-ready applications. Whether you're developing RESTful APIs, web applications, or enterprise-level systems, this book provides the knowledge and tools necessary to leverage TypeScript's static type checking and enhanced IDE support in your Node.js projects. **What Sets This Book Apart:** Learn through hands-on examples that mirror real-world development scenarios, from basic server setup to complex authentication systems. Master advanced patterns like repository design, comprehensive error handling, and testing strategies that leverage TypeScript's type system. Discover how to integrate modern ORMs such as TypeORM and Prisma while maintaining type safety throughout your application. The book covers essential topics including middleware development, input validation, authentication and authorization, database integration, and deployment strategies. Each chapter builds upon previous concepts, ensuring a logical progression from beginner-friendly concepts to advanced architectural patterns. **Professional Development Focus:** This isn't just about syntax—it's about adopting professional development practices that lead to maintainable, scalable applications. Learn how to structure large TypeScript projects, implement proper error handling patterns, write comprehensive tests, and deploy applications with confidence. Perfect for JavaScript developers ready to embrace type safety, TypeScript developers wanting to master server-side development, and teams looking to improve code quality and reduce runtime errors in their Node.js applications.

Quick Overview

Master TypeScript with Node.js and Express to build production-ready, type-safe APIs and web applications. Complete guide from setup to deployment with real-world examples.

Key Topics Covered

  • TypeScript configuration and setup
  • Express server development
  • Type-safe routing and middleware
  • Request and response type definitions
  • Input validation with TypeScript
  • Database integration with TypeORM and Prisma
  • Repository pattern implementation
  • Authentication and authorization systems
  • Comprehensive error handling
  • Testing TypeScript applications
  • Large-scale application architecture
  • Production deployment strategies
  • Code quality tooling
  • API documentation generation

Who Should Read This Book

JavaScript developers transitioning to TypeScript, Node.js developers seeking type safety, Backend developers wanting to learn Express with TypeScript, Full-stack developers improving server-side skills, Development teams implementing TypeScript adoption, Software engineers building production APIs, Developers maintaining legacy JavaScript codebases, Students learning modern web development practices

Prerequisites

Basic JavaScript knowledge, Node.js fundamentals, HTTP protocol understanding, Command line familiarity, Basic understanding of APIs and web development concepts

Table of Contents

| Chapter | Title | Page | | ------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | ---- | | Intro | Why TypeScript for Node.js? | 7 | | 1 | Setting Up TypeScript in Node.js | 20 | | 2 | Basic Express Server with TypeScript | 39 | | 3 | TypeScript Essentials for Node.js | 58 | | 4 | Creating Routes and Controllers | 80 | | 5 | Working with Request and Response Objects | 100 | | 6 | Middleware in TypeScript | 125 | | 7 | Using Express with External Libraries | 144 | | 8 | Input Validation | 170 | | 9 | Using TypeORM or Prisma | 207 | | 10 | Repository Pattern in TypeScript | 233 | | 11 | Authentication and Authorization | 285 | | 12 | Error Handling and Response Types | 316 | | 13 | Testing Express + TypeScript | 334 | | 14 | Structuring Large TypeScript APIs | 361 | | 15 | Deployment and Build Setup | 382 | | App | TypeScript Express Cheatsheet | 412 | | App | Common Type Errors and How to Fix Them | 432 | | App | Using ESLint and Prettier in TypeScript Projects | 446 | | App | Sample API Documentation Generator Setup (Swagger with decorators) | 466 | | App | Example tsconfig.json for Express Projects | 492 |

About This Publication

**Master Type-Safe Server-Side Development with TypeScript and Express** This comprehensive guide transforms JavaScript developers into TypeScript experts, specifically focusing on building robust, maintainable APIs and web applications using Express.js. Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, you'll learn to leverage TypeScript's powerful type system to catch errors before they reach production. The book follows a structured approach, beginning with development environment setup and TypeScript fundamentals, progressing through Express-specific implementations, and culminating in advanced topics like testing strategies and deployment optimization. Each chapter includes hands-on exercises and practical examples that you can immediately apply to your projects. You'll master essential patterns for modern web development, including middleware creation, authentication systems, database integration with popular ORMs, and comprehensive error handling. Special emphasis is placed on structuring large-scale applications and implementing professional development practices that ensure code quality and maintainability. By the end of this journey, you'll have the confidence to build production-ready TypeScript applications, write comprehensive tests, and deploy scalable solutions that leverage the best of both TypeScript's type safety and Express's flexibility.

Book Details

Format
PDF
File Size
2.8 MB
Chapters
15
Code Examples
99
Exercises
99
Difficulty Level
intermediate
Reading Time
32-36

Special Features

• **Hands-on examples** - Every concept reinforced with practical, runnable code • **Real-world scenarios** - Examples mirror actual development challenges • **Progressive complexity** - Concepts build logically from basic to advanced • **Production-ready patterns** - Focus on scalable, maintainable solutions • **Comprehensive appendices** - Quick reference guides for common configurations • **Error troubleshooting** - Detailed solutions for common TypeScript issues • **Best practices focus** - Professional development patterns throughout • **Modern tooling integration** - Coverage of latest TypeScript and Node.js features • **Testing strategies** - Comprehensive testing approaches for TypeScript applications • **Deployment guidance** - Production deployment and optimization techniques

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