RESTful API with Express

Embark on a detailed journey into creating RESTful APIs with the Express framework. This course starts with setting up a Node-based project and installing Express. You'll learn essential concepts like routing, middleware, and data modeling, crucial for robust API development. The course covers CRUD operations within RESTful APIs, ensuring a solid grasp of backend fundamentals.
Progressing further, you'll build a simple Express application, with detailed explanations of request and response objects, middleware creation, and integrating third-party middleware. Hands-on learning with real-world examples guides you through building routes and managing data. Tools like Postman are introduced for testing and refining your API.
In advanced topics, you'll focus on data persistence and adding complex features like location tracking. Discussions on universally unique identifiers (UUIDs) will enhance your technical skills. By course end, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of building scalable and efficient RESTful APIs with Express, ready to apply your skills in real-world projects.
What you will learn
Set up and configure a Node-based project with Express.
Build and manage API routes and middleware.
Implement data modeling and CRUD operations.
Ensure data persistence across API reboots.
Integrate complex features like location tracking into APIs.
Audience
This course is designed for developers who have a basic understanding of JavaScript and Node.js. Prior experience with backend development concepts is beneficial but not mandatory. It is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills in building RESTful APIs and working with the Express framework.
About the Authors
ACI Learning:
ACI Learning trains leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether starting an IT career, mastering a profession, or developing a team, they provide essential support at every step.
Justin Dennison:
Justin leads AWS and developer content creation for ITProTV. He has experience in multiple programming languages. His certifications include AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate, AWS Certified Developer — Associate, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer.
Wes Bryan:
Wes Bryan embarked on his IT career path in 2009, initially as a mentored learning instructor, and later transitioning into a technical IT instructor. His exceptional teaching skills were recognized with three global teaching awards for 'Global Technical Instructor' during his early teaching years. Wes has made notable contributions as a member of the CIN (CompTIA Instructor Network) Advisory Board and the Board of Directors for CompTIA AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals). Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Cloud+, CySA+; MCSA; MTA; MCTS; MCP; MS; MCT
Zachary Memos:
Zachary Memos is a show host with 30+ years of on-camera experience. He brings his wit and charm to the camera while helping bring out the best in the ITProTV subject matter experts.