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Build a strong foundation in Node.js 22 by mastering core concepts, file system operations, streams, and essential web protocols. Gain practical skills to develop robust and efficient server-side applications. This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of Node.js 22, including its event-driven architecture, file system interactions, and stream processing. You will explore how to work with HTTP, WebSocket, and SMTP protocols, enabling you to create versatile networked applications. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge to confidently handle I/O operations and implement key web communication features in Node.js. Through clear explanations and real-world examples, this course guides learners from foundational Node.js concepts to practical web protocol implementations. Each topic is broken down into manageable sections, ensuring you can apply your new skills to build efficient and scalable applications. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on Node.js Cookbook, by Bethany Griggs and Manuel Spigolon. Packt is one of the world's most prolific publishers of cutting-edge technical content. For over two decades we've made it our mission to curate and publish the knowledge of only the very best technical experts. We focus on real-world courses that help our customers get the job done, with coverage that extends across a wide range of established and cutting-edge technical topics. If you're an individual or an organisation that embraces learning by doing, Packt is the perfect fit for you.

Syllabus

Introducing Node.js 22
- This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of Node.js 22, including installation, API documentation access, and the adoption of modern JavaScript syntax. It also covers the essential concept of the Node.js event loop, which is crucial for building efficient and scalable server-side applications.
Interacting with the File System
- This module explores how to interact with the file system using Node.js, covering key concepts like synchronous and asynchronous I/O, the fs Promises API, and file metadata manipulation. Learners will gain hands-on experience with file operations and event-driven file watching in JavaScript.
Working with Streams
- This module teaches learners how to work with Node.js streams, including creating and managing readable, writable, and transform streams. It covers how to build efficient data pipelines and handle data sequentially for improved application performance. Learners will gain practical skills in stream interaction and pipeline construction.
Using Web Protocols
- This module covers the fundamentals of building and managing web servers using Node.js, including handling HTTP requests, processing POST data, and implementing web protocols like WebSocket and SMTP. Learners will gain hands-on experience in creating web servers and managing real-time and email communication protocols.