Deploying and Hosting Node.js Apps with PM2 and Nginx

Step-by-Step Deployment Guide for Production-Ready Node.js Applications

Master production Node.js deployment with PM2 process management and Nginx reverse proxy. Complete step-by-step guide covering optimization, security, SSL, monitoring, and scaling.

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Category: Backend Development

Pages: 366

Language: English

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DSIN: MV397W1T7NSN

About This Book

### Deploy Node.js Applications Like a Pro: The Complete Production Guide Transform your Node.js development skills with the definitive guide to production deployment using industry-standard tools. **"Deploying and Hosting Node.js Apps with PM2 and Nginx"** provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to taking your Node.js applications from development to production-ready deployment. #### Why This Book Is Essential for Node.js Developers Every Node.js developer faces the critical transition from local development to production deployment. This book eliminates the guesswork and provides battle-tested strategies used by successful Node.js applications worldwide. You'll master the two most important tools in the Node.js deployment ecosystem: PM2 for robust process management and Nginx for high-performance web serving. #### Comprehensive Coverage of Production Deployment This guide covers every aspect of Node.js production deployment, from initial optimization to advanced scaling techniques. You'll learn to configure PM2 for automatic process recovery, clustering, and monitoring. The Nginx sections provide complete configuration guidance for reverse proxy setup, static file serving, and SSL certificate implementation using Let's Encrypt. #### Real-World Implementation Focus Unlike theoretical guides, this book emphasizes practical implementation with detailed examples, configuration files, and troubleshooting solutions. Each chapter builds upon previous concepts, culminating in a complete Express.js deployment example that demonstrates all learned techniques in a real-world scenario. #### Production-Ready Security and Monitoring Learn to implement enterprise-grade security measures, including HTTPS configuration, process isolation, and comprehensive logging strategies. The monitoring chapters provide essential techniques for maintaining healthy Node.js applications in production environments. #### Perfect for Growing Development Teams Whether you're a solo developer deploying your first Node.js application or part of a team establishing deployment standards, this book provides the foundation for scalable, maintainable deployment processes. The included appendices serve as ongoing reference materials for PM2 commands, configuration templates, and troubleshooting guides.

Quick Overview

Master production Node.js deployment with PM2 process management and Nginx reverse proxy. Complete step-by-step guide covering optimization, security, SSL, monitoring, and scaling.

Key Topics Covered

  • PM2 process management
  • Nginx reverse proxy configuration
  • Node.js production optimization
  • HTTPS and SSL implementation
  • Let's Encrypt certificate automation
  • Production monitoring and logging
  • Database configuration for production
  • Static file serving optimization
  • Load balancing strategies
  • Deployment automation workflows
  • Security hardening techniques
  • Performance tuning and scaling

Who Should Read This Book

Node.js developers transitioning to production, Full-stack developers managing deployments, DevOps engineers working with Node.js, Startup founders deploying applications, Development teams establishing deployment workflows, System administrators hosting Node.js apps

Prerequisites

Node.js development experience, Basic Linux command line knowledge, Understanding of HTTP protocols, Git version control familiarity, Basic server administration concepts

Table of Contents

| Chapter | Title | Page | | ------- | ------------------------------------------------ | ---- | | 1 | Understanding the Deployment Workflow | 7 | | 2 | Optimizing Node.js for Production | 18 | | 3 | Introduction to PM2 | 32 | | 4 | Managing Node.js Processes with PM2 | 46 | | 5 | Ecosystem File for Process Management | 65 | | 6 | Enabling Auto Start on Server Reboot | 83 | | 7 | Introduction to Nginx | 99 | | 8 | Configuring Nginx to Serve Node.js Apps | 114 | | 9 | Securing with HTTPS (Let's Encrypt) | 135 | | 10 | Deploying Code to the Server | 152 | | 11 | Database and Static File Configuration | 174 | | 12 | Logging, Monitoring, and Debugging in Production | 204 | | 13 | Deploying a Sample Express App | 235 | | 14 | Scaling and Load Balancing (Bonus) | 255 | | App | PM2 cheat sheet | 273 | | App | Sample ecosystem.config.js | 295 | | App | Sample Nginx site config | 312 | | App | SSL troubleshooting tips | 333 | | App | Recommended VPS providers | 350 |

About This Publication

**"Deploying and Hosting Node.js Apps with PM2 and Nginx"** is your complete roadmap to mastering Node.js production deployment. This practical guide transforms complex deployment concepts into clear, actionable steps that any Node.js developer can follow. You'll begin by understanding the fundamental principles of production deployment and optimizing Node.js applications for performance. The journey continues with comprehensive PM2 training, where you'll learn to manage Node.js processes like a seasoned DevOps professional. Advanced topics include ecosystem file configuration, automatic startup management, and process clustering for improved performance. The Nginx sections provide complete web server configuration guidance, covering reverse proxy setup, static file optimization, and SSL certificate implementation. You'll implement secure HTTPS connections using Let's Encrypt and learn to handle multiple Node.js applications on a single server. Advanced chapters cover database integration, code deployment strategies, and comprehensive monitoring solutions. The book concludes with a complete deployment example and scaling strategies for growing applications. By completion, you'll possess the knowledge and confidence to deploy robust, secure, and scalable Node.js applications that perform reliably in production environments.

Book Details

Format
PDF
File Size
2.0 MB
Chapters
14
Code Examples
99
Exercises
99
Difficulty Level
beginner
Reading Time
28-36

Special Features

• Step-by-step deployment tutorials with real-world examples • Complete configuration files and templates for immediate use • Comprehensive PM2 command reference and cheat sheet • Production-ready Nginx configuration examples • Troubleshooting guides for common deployment issues • Security best practices for Node.js production environments • Monitoring and logging implementation strategies • Complete Express.js deployment case study • Advanced scaling and load balancing techniques • VPS provider recommendations and setup guides • SSL certificate management and renewal automation • Database integration patterns for production deployments

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