Designing REST APIs and Connecting Frontends with Express
Build Robust RESTful Backends Using Express.js and Seamlessly Integrate with Modern Frontends like React and Vue
Master REST API design with Express.js and seamlessly integrate with React/Vue. Build scalable backends, implement authentication, and create full-stack applications from development to production dep
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master REST API design with Express.js and seamlessly integrate with React/Vue. Build scalable backends, implement authentication, and create full-stack applications from development to production dep
Key Topics Covered
- REST API design principles
- Express.js framework mastery
- MongoDB database integration
- JWT authentication implementation
- React frontend integration
- Vue.js frontend connectivity
- Middleware patterns and implementation
- Input validation and sanitization
- File upload handling
- Environment configuration
- Production deployment strategies
- Security best practices
- Error handling patterns
- API testing methodologies
- Performance optimization techniques
Who Should Read This Book
Frontend developers transitioning to full-stack, Backend developers new to Express.js, Full-stack developers seeking to improve API design skills, Computer science students learning web development, Bootcamp graduates ready for advanced topics, Professional developers building production applications, Technical leads designing system architectures
Prerequisites
Basic JavaScript knowledge, Node.js familiarity, Understanding of HTTP protocols, Basic command line usage, Git version control basics, HTML/CSS fundamentals, JSON data format understanding
Table of Contents
About This Publication
This comprehensive guide transforms JavaScript developers into full-stack professionals capable of designing and implementing enterprise-grade web applications. You'll master the complete development lifecycle, from initial API design through production deployment, while learning industry-standard patterns and best practices. The book takes a practical, project-driven approach that emphasizes real-world application. You'll build a complete Notes application with user authentication, CRUD operations, file uploads, and responsive frontend integration. Every concept is reinforced with hands-on coding exercises and practical examples that mirror professional development scenarios. Beyond basic functionality, you'll learn to design APIs that are intuitive, maintainable, and scalable. The book covers advanced topics like middleware patterns, security implementation, performance optimization, and deployment strategies that separate amateur projects from professional applications. By completion, you'll have the confidence and expertise to architect full-stack applications, make informed design decisions, and implement solutions that meet both current needs and future scalability requirements.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 2.6 MB
- Chapters
- 16
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 32-34
Special Features
• 16 comprehensive chapters with progressive skill building • Complete Notes application project with authentication • 5 detailed appendices with quick reference materials • Hands-on coding exercises in every chapter • Real-world examples and professional patterns • Production deployment and configuration guides • Postman collection for API testing • HTTP status codes and error handling reference • REST API naming conventions and best practices • Comprehensive glossary of API terminology • Modern JavaScript ES6+ syntax throughout • Industry-standard security implementation patterns
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