Expressjs Presentation Updated
Expressjs Presentation Updated
Express.js
A Beginner to Advanced Guide
Introduction to Express.js
• • Express.js is a fast, minimal, and flexible
Node.js web framework.
• • It simplifies backend development by
managing routing, middleware, and HTTP
requests.
• • It is widely used for building APIs and web
applications.
• • Popular due to its simplicity, scalability, and
extensive middleware support.
Setting Up the Development
Environment
• 1. Install Node.js from nodejs.org
• 2. Initialize a project: `npm init -y`
• 3. Install Express.js: `npm install express`
• 4. Create a basic Express server:
• ```js
• const express = require('express');
• const app = express();
• app.get('/', (req, res) => res.send('Hello
Routing in Express.js
• • Routes define how the application responds
to client requests.
• • Example route definition:
• ```js
• app.get('/about', (req, res) => res.send('About
Page'));
• ```
• • Handling different HTTP methods: