Node.js: Task Runners vs Module Bundlers
Alex Rivers
The Evolution of Node.js and the Rise of Task Runners Node.js has come a long way since its introduction in 2009. The platform has revolutionized the way developers build server-side…
Backend & APIs
Shaping Data with GraphQL
Unlocking the Power of GraphQL GraphQL is a game-changing API for ad-hoc queries and manipulation of hierarchical data. Developed by Facebook in 2012, it was open-sourced in 2015, leading to…
Webpack 5 Updates
Webpack 5: What’s New and What You Need to Know Webpack is a popular tool for bundling front-end assets, and its latest version, Webpack 5, is packed with new features…
Distributed Queues for Node.js Scaling
Scaling Your Application with Distributed Worker Queues As your application grows, it’s essential to find ways to scale efficiently. One effective approach is to use distributed worker queues, which allow…
Node.js Threads: A Complete Guide
Understanding Node.js: Unraveling the Mystery of Single-Threaded Performance Node.js, a popular backend technology, has often been misunderstood due to its single-threaded nature. Many developers wonder how it can compete with…
Deno vs Node.js: What’s the Difference?
The Rise of Deno: A Secure and Decentralized JavaScript Runtime In recent years, Node.js has been the go-to choice for building server-side JavaScript applications. However, with the introduction of Deno,…
Safeguarding Node.js Apps from Malicious Dependencies
Protecting Your Node.js App from Malicious Code As the complexity of our apps increases, so does the risk of malicious code infiltrating our systems. The recent incident with the event-stream…
Getting Started with Express.js: Building Dynamic Web Applications
This guide introduces Express.js for Node.js backend development, covering the basics of creating an application, installing dependencies, and integrating database connectivity with Prisma and SQLite.
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How to build an API with authentication using Django
Django is a Python web framework with a REST framework for building web APIs. This blog teaches creating a CRUD API with authentication, including installation, project/app setup, defining models/serializers, and…