RESTful Web API Design with Node.js - Second Edition

Unlock the power of RESTful APIs and build incredible web applications! This comprehensive course dives into the world of APIs, empowering you to leverage data from across the internet.

Why Learn RESTful APIs?

• Build Powerful Applications: Create innovative applications by accessing and utilizing data available online.
• Seamless Development: Learn to build APIs using Node.js and JavaScript, creating a smooth experience for both front-end and back-end development.
• Essential Skill: Master a crucial skill for modern web development.

What You'll Discover:

• API Fundamentals: Start with a clear definition of APIs and how they function on top of HTTP.
• REST Principles: Understand the key properties that define a RESTful API.
• Hands-on API Development: Follow the logical steps to build a fully functional API.
• Real-World API Examples: Explore three diverse APIs – Twitter API, Facebook API, and GitHub API – examining their similarities and differences.
• Twitter Notes Application: Develop a practical web application, Twitter Notes, allowing users to share notes with their Twitter friends. This includes implementing a secure login flow using the Twitter API.
• API Security: Learn best practices for securing your APIs, ensuring they are maintainable and perform optimally.
• Key Concepts Covered: Gain a solid understanding of HTTP, REST, OAuth 1.0a, API testing, and site reliability, performance, and security.
• SDK Independence: Develop the confidence to work with any RESTful API, even without a dedicated SDK.

About the Author:

Saleh Hamadeh is a full-stack software developer at Redfin, a technology-driven real estate startup. He brings experience from previous roles at Yahoo! and BrainJocks. A Georgia Tech alumnus and former president of gt-web dev, Saleh is passionate about the future of the web and dedicated to continuous learning in the field.