2 posts tagged with "express"

This article provides a comprehensive guide on naming conventions for various components in Node.js backend development, including controllers, models, routes, services, middlewares, utilities, configuration files, tests, and environment variables. It emphasizes the importance of consistent naming practices for enhancing code readability and maintainability. The article includes clear examples and explanations for each category, illustrating best practices for file naming, class and function naming, and directory structure. By following these conventions, developers can create well-organized, collaborative, and easily navigable Node.js applications.

Naming Conventions in Node.js Backend Development​

Consistent naming conventions in a Node.js application promote clarity, maintainability, and collaboration among developers. Here's a breakdown of common practices for different components:

Express.js is a flexible and minimal web application framework for Node.js that provides robust features for building web and mobile applications. In this guide, we'll cover the basics of using Express.js, including installation, global objects, application properties, request and response handling, and body parsing.

Setting Up Express.js​

Step 1: Installing Express​

You can install Express using either npm or yarn. Here are the commands for both:

Using npm:

npm install express --save