How to Unit Test an Express API in Node.js
In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to unit test an Express API in Node.js, using practical examples from a Task Manager project.
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Mastering Scalable Node.js: A Guide to TypeScript Interfaces and Inheritance
Stop struggling with messy Node.js code. Discover how to use TypeScript interfaces and inheritance to build scalable, maintainable projects. Learn senior-level strategies to enforce structure and reuse code efficiently.
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TypeScript in Node.js: A Solid Setup for Scalable Projects
Learn the essential steps to set up a robust TypeScript Node.js project from scratch, including Jest testing, ESLint/Prettier configuration, and development automation.
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Future-Proof Your Code: A Guide to Ports & Adapters (Hexagonal) Architecture
Ports & Adapters pattern, also known as Hexagonal Architecture helps decouple business logic from external dependencies, making your app flexible, testable, and future-proof.
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Debugging TypeScript: How to Enable Source Maps in Node.js
In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to enable source maps in a Node.js environment. By the end of this post, you’ll be able to transform your stack traces from cryptic compiled nonsense into clear references to your original code.
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How to Implement Search, Sort, and Filter in Your Node.js + Express REST API
Delivering the right data at the right time is one of the most important responsibilities of a well-designed API. Users expect fast, accurate, and flexible querying — and that means your backend needs solid search, sort, and filter capabilities.
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Cursor-Based Pagination in Node.js: A Faster Way to Handle Large Datasets
Is your API struggling with pagination? Are your queries getting slower as your dataset grows? If you’re still using offset-based pagination, that might be the culprit.
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Mastering Offset Pagination in Node.js REST APIs
Struggling with pagination in your Node.js REST API? Offset pagination can make it simple to fetch data efficiently while keeping your backend scalable and responsive.
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Clean Architecture in Node.js: Implementing the Repository Pattern with TypeScript and Prisma
Do you want to build a clean, scalable, and maintainable backend architecture for your Node.js projects? In this post, we’ll explore how to implement the Repository Pattern using TypeScript and Prisma ORM.
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5 Key Benefits of Using Express in Your Node.js Projects
Discover the top 5 reasons to use Express for Node.js when building a REST API. From routing to request handling, static file serving, and JSON parsing, Express simplifies backend development and enhances efficiency. Learn why it’s the go-to framework for Node.js applications.
