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Mastering Node.js - Second Edition
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Mastering Node.js - Second Edition

by Sandro Pasquali, Kevin Faaborg
December 2017
Intermediate to advanced
498 pages
11h 54m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Mastering Node.js is your definitive guide to building high-performance server-side applications using JavaScript. Delve into Node 9's features and learn to create scalable, real-time applications with an emphasis on simplicity and efficiency. By the end of this book, you'll have the expertise to develop and deploy robust solutions, leveraging Node's non-blocking, event-driven architecture.

What this Book will help me do

  • Build professional-grade server-side web applications using Node.js.
  • Develop scalable real-time applications leveraging Node's event-driven architecture.
  • Master asynchronous programming with advanced patterns like Promises and async/await.
  • Create efficient microservices and serverless applications for modern architectures.
  • Optimize and scale Node.js applications for production environments.

Author(s)

Sandro Pasquali and Kevin Faaborg combine decades of software engineering expertise with a passion for teaching. Sandro is known for his deep insights into JavaScript and server-side application development, while Kevin specializes in modern web architectures and scaling solutions. Together, they present complex technical concepts in a clear and approachable manner.

Who is it for?

Designed for JavaScript developers eager to expand their backend development prowess, this book is especially suited for those with basic Node.js experience. Ideal readers are professionals looking to gain confidence in creating efficient, scalable server-side solutions or real-time applications. If you aim to harness Node.js to its full potential at both conceptual and practical levels, this book is for you.

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