What is Express.js?
Express is a flexible, open-source server-side framework for building web applications and APIs using Node.js. It provides a robust set of features for web and mobile applications, allowing developers to quickly create secure and scalable server-side applications. Express simplifies the process of handling HTTP requests, managing routes, and rendering dynamic content. Its minimalist design and unopinionated approach make it a popular choice for building a wide range of server-side applications, from simple APIs to complex, feature-rich web platforms
Highlights
- Minimalist and unopinionated design, allowing developers to build applications with their preferred tools and libraries
- Streamlined handling of HTTP requests and responses, with support for various HTTP methods and middleware
- Flexible routing system for organizing application endpoints and handling dynamic URLs
- Ability to render dynamic content using templating engines or send JSON responses
- Middleware-based architecture, enabling easy integration of third-party modules and custom functionality
- Robust error handling and logging capabilities to aid in debugging and troubleshooting
Features
Server-side
REST API