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NestJS Authentication + Refresh Token With Passport.js

2h 29m 25s
English
Paid
Updated September 2026

NestJS Authentication + Refresh Token With Passport.js is a 1-lesson 2 hours 29 minutes self-paced course by Michael Guay. Session tokens that just expire and boot users out make for a rough experience.

Course facts

Lessons
1
Duration
2 hours 29 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
2026-09-11
Instructor
Michael Guay
Price
Premium

Session tokens that just expire and boot users out make for a rough experience. This lesson tackles that by adding JWT-based authentication to a NestJS backend, complete with refresh tokens so people stay signed in without re-entering credentials.

What You'll Build

You'll wire a NestJS API to a Next.js front end, generating access and refresh tokens, storing and validating them on the server, and gating routes with Passport.js guards. A Google OAuth option is layered in for one-click sign-in alongside the standard flow.

Core Techniques

  • Issuing and verifying JWT access and refresh tokens
  • Persisting and checking refresh tokens server-side
  • Guarding routes with custom middleware and Passport.js
  • Adding Google OAuth as a login option
  • Connecting the auth system to a Next.js client

Why It Matters

Authentication mistakes are expensive to fix later. Working through this build gives you a repeatable pattern for token handling and route protection that carries over to any full-stack NestJS project.

Additional

  • Backend: https://github.com/mguay22/nestjs-social-auth-refresh
  • UI: https://github.com/mguay22/nextjs-social-auth-refresh

Who teaches NestJS Authentication + Refresh Token With Passport.js? Michael Guay

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Michael Guay is a US software engineer and prolific independent instructor publishing course material on the .NET / C# stack and the modern web frameworks adjacent to it.

The course catalog covers C# and .NET fundamentals, ASP.NET Core for back-end development, Entity Framework for data access, Blazor for full-stack C# web applications, plus the surrounding tooling and deployment patterns. The teaching style is patient and project-oriented, with each course typically building a working application end-to-end.

The CourseFlix listing under this source carries over 20 Michael Guay courses spanning that range. Material is paid and aimed at developers picking up the .NET stack or extending their existing .NET experience into newer parts of the platform.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
Prospective students should have a foundational understanding of JavaScript and TypeScript, as well as familiarity with Node.js and basic backend development. Experience with NestJS and basic frontend frameworks like Next.js would also be beneficial, although not strictly necessary.
What will I build by the end of this course?
By the end of the course, you will have built a secure authentication system for a full-stack application. This includes linking a NestJS backend with a Next.js client, implementing JWT access and refresh tokens, creating middleware to protect routes, and integrating Google OAuth for easy user login.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is targeted at developers who want to enhance their skills in building secure authentication systems for full-stack applications. It is especially useful for those interested in learning about JWT, refresh tokens, and integrating third-party login options like Google OAuth.
How does this course differ in scope from other authentication courses?
Unlike some courses that may focus solely on token creation or frontend login, this course covers the integration of a complete authentication flow. It addresses both backend and frontend aspects by connecting a NestJS backend with a Next.js client and includes advanced topics like route protection using Passport.js and Google OAuth integration.
What specific tools and platforms are covered in this course?
The course covers the use of NestJS for backend development and Next.js for frontend integration. It specifically includes JWT for token management, Passport.js for route protection, and Google OAuth for simplified login options.
What topics are not covered in this course?
This course does not cover basic JavaScript or TypeScript syntax, nor does it delve into database management or deployment strategies. It focuses specifically on the authentication process and assumes prior knowledge of general application development.
How can the skills learned in this course benefit my career?
The skills gained from this course in handling authentication processes are directly applicable to developing secure full-stack applications. Understanding how to implement JWT and refresh tokens, secure routes, and integrate third-party authentication like Google OAuth can enhance your capability to build user-friendly applications and are valuable in many software development roles.