Zeke Nierenberg – Node.js for Beginners

Zeke Nierenberg – Node.js for BeginnersCreate Fast, Scalable Network Applications with Familiar Javascript CodeBe prepared for the increasing number of jobs and projects that use Node.js technology to create fast, scalable network applications. You’ll use the familiar Javascript programming language to create server side scripts that have amazing power and flexibility.By using Javascript as a single language across both the front and back end, you enjoy numerous development advantages– such as using JSON as a common data structure and the reuse of data resources.With Node.js’s increasing popularity, there are literally thousands of opportunities for developers who are trained in the technology. Access these opportunities after taking this course, or simply use the information for yourself to build your personal inventory of skills and abilities.You are encouraged to code along with expert instructor Zeke Nierenberg, as you with the very basics of Node.js and learn the features available in this powerful technology.Your HostZeke NierenbergZeke started coding at age ten and hasn’t stopped since! It all began with HTML and CSS and grew to the server side when Zeke was taught PHP by his mentors. He further honed his skills throughout high school with freelance work. Zeke studied chemistry and biology at Hampshire College, where he also acted as a teaching assistant in computer science courses and aided CS professors with research. In his final years as an undergrad, Zeke taught two courses in web development under the supervision of faculty.After college Zeke co-founded trext.me, a software company that makes texting large groups systematic and easy for companies. Currently, Zeke continues to teach private students and classes. He has been hired as an adjunct professor at Hampshire and will be teaching web development there in the spring.EpisodesIntro to Node.jsGetting started (5:06)Creating Command Lines (22:41)Using Existing Code in Node.js (7:40)Sharing Functions Between Files (4:57)Web ServersRequests and Responses (12:29)Mapping Requests (13:36)Express.js (11:35)Dynamic Web Applications (25:27)Embeded Javascript (EJS) (13:03)MongoDBUsing MongoDB (12:39)Express App Interfacing with MongoDB (17:02)MongoDB’s ORM, Mongoose (20:32)Subdocuments & References (27:49)Authentication and SecurityRequest Middleware (9:09)Basic Authentication Systems (5:51)Express Sessions (6:53)Bycrypt (13:23)Real TimeOverview of Real-Time Technology Landscape (5:18)Socket IO (7:50)Deployment with HerokuIntro to Heroku (5:27)Deploying an App on Heroku (16:18)Environment Configuration (9:37)Logging in Production (7:32)Lab Solutions