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The Node.js Master Class - No Frameworks, No NPM | Node v8.x

15h 24m 23s
English
Paid

Node as it was intended: Build a REST API, a web app GUI, and a CLI in plain javascript with no 3rd-party libraries.

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#1: Table of Contents
All Course Lessons (83)
#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
1
Table of Contents Demo
04:25
2
Prerequisites
02:39
3
Setting Up Your Workstation
02:54
4
The Story of Node.js
23:17
5
What is V8, exactly?
05:56
6
What is Node.js, exactly?
16:12
7
Anatomy of a Node Application
14:18
8
Common Node Conventions
14:25
9
Node.js vs the Browser
02:52
10
Section Overview
05:51
11
Basic Scaffolding
02:35
12
Starting a Server
04:54
13
Parsing Request Paths
09:23
14
Parsing HTTP Methods
02:21
15
Parsing Query Strings
03:09
16
Parsing Headers
03:02
17
Parsing Payloads
09:56
18
Routing Requests
19:16
19
Returning JSON
03:06
20
Adding Configuration
14:11
21
Adding HTTPS Support
16:49
22
Service 1: /ping
02:39
23
Storing Data
28:01
24
Service 2: /users
51:38
25
Service 3: /tokens
37:50
26
Service 4: /checks
54:31
27
Connecting to an API
18:00
28
Background Workers
01:04:33
29
Logging to Files
41:28
30
Logging to the Console
13:37
31
Section Review
11:17
32
Section Overview
02:31
33
Refactoring for a GUI
23:41
34
Using Templates
33:06
35
Serving Static Assets
22:38
36
Making AJAX Requests
16:11
37
Page 1: Index
03:53
38
Page 2: Create Account
08:19
39
Page 3: Create a Session
05:10
40
Page 4: Deleted Session
04:55
41
Page 5: Edit Account
05:03
42
Page 6: Deleted Account
04:23
43
Page 7: Create a Check
04:22
44
Page 8: Dashboard
04:42
45
Page 9: Edit a Check
04:34
46
Section Review
02:02
47
Section Overview
04:51
48
Adding a CLI
18:10
49
Handling Events
09:48
50
Command 1: Exit
01:56
51
Command 2: Man / Help
15:57
52
Command 3: Stats
09:14
53
Command 4: List Users
05:02
54
Command 5: More User Info
04:34
55
Command 6: List Checks
07:32
56
Command 7: More Check Info
02:32
57
Command 8: List Logs
03:55
58
Command 9: More Log Info
06:16
59
Section Review
01:45
60
Section Overview
02:19
61
Creating Errors
09:27
62
Using the Debugger
11:30
63
Linting with "Strict"
02:39
64
Adding a Test Runner
18:54
65
Adding Unit Tests
10:03
66
Adding API Tests
16:02
67
Section Review
02:50
68
Section Overview
02:24
69
Refactoring for Performance
11:36
70
Using Performance Hooks
12:06
71
Using a Cluster
07:48
72
Using Child Processes
07:09
73
Section Review
04:38
74
Section Overview
07:17
75
HTTP/2
09:09
76
VM
04:18
77
UDP / Datagram
07:16
78
Net
07:18
79
TLS / SSL
06:42
80
REPL
04:35
81
Async Hooks
10:43
82
Section Review
02:34
83
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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
The course requires a basic understanding of JavaScript and familiarity with core programming concepts. While the course does cover setting up your workstation and common Node conventions, it assumes that learners are comfortable with JavaScript syntax and basic command-line operations.
What projects will I build during the course?
Throughout the course, you will build a REST API, a web app GUI, and a CLI tool. The projects include creating multiple services such as /ping, /users, /tokens, and /checks, as well as implementing background workers and logging mechanisms. You will also develop a GUI application with pages like Create Account, Dashboard, and Edit Check.
Who is the target audience for this course?
This course is designed for developers who want to learn Node.js without relying on third-party frameworks or libraries. It is suitable for those who want to understand the core workings of Node.js and how to build applications using plain JavaScript.
What is not covered in this course?
The course does not cover the use of third-party Node.js libraries or frameworks, such as Express.js or NPM packages. It focuses on using Node.js as it was intended, leveraging only the core modules available in Node.js v8.x.
How does this course compare in depth and scope to other Node.js courses?
Unlike many Node.js courses that focus on using frameworks and libraries, this course emphasizes understanding Node.js itself by building applications from scratch using only core modules. It provides a foundational understanding of Node.js, which can be beneficial for developers looking to deepen their knowledge of the platform.
What specific tools and platforms will I use during the course?
The course utilizes basic tools such as a code editor and terminal for command-line operations. It covers setting up a local development environment and uses native Node.js modules to build a server, parse HTTP requests, and manage file operations without any third-party tools.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
With a total of 83 lessons, the course offers a comprehensive exploration of Node.js. While the exact runtime is not specified, students should be prepared to dedicate sufficient time to thoroughly understand each section, complete the hands-on exercises, and build the projects outlined in the lessons.