Express.js is a minimalist web application framework for Node.js, designed to build single-page applications, and APIs quickly. It simplifies HTTP request handling and provides tools for routing, middleware, and more.
Getting Started 📦
Install Node.js
Download Node.js if you haven't already.Initialize a Project
Runnpm init -y
in your project directory.Install Express
npm install express
Basic Example 📜
Create a simple server:
const express = require('express');
const app = express();
app.get('/', (req, res) => {
res.send('Hello, Express!');
});
app.listen(3000, () => {
console.log('Server running on http://localhost:3000');
});
Key Features 🌐
- Routing: Define routes for HTTP methods (GET, POST, etc.)
- Middleware: Use middleware for logging, authentication, or error handling.
- Templating: Integrate with EJS, Pug, or other templates.
Learn more about templates - Database Integration: Connect to MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or SQLite.
Explore database tutorials
Deployment 🚀
Deploy your app using platforms like:
Further Reading 📚
Stay tuned for more tutorials on Express.js and Node.js at our site! 🌟