Publisher's Synopsis
Learn how to create robust and secure APIs using Node.js, the popular JavaScript runtime for building scalable server-side applications. This book offers a clear, practical guide to designing, building, and protecting web APIs that can handle real-world challenges.
From implementing authentication and authorization to preventing common security vulnerabilities, you'll gain the skills needed to ensure your APIs are not only functional but also safe from threats.
What you'll learn:
Setting up your Node.js environment for API development
Designing RESTful APIs following best practices
Implementing JWT and OAuth for secure authentication
Validating and sanitizing input to prevent injection attacks
Protecting APIs against common vulnerabilities like XSS, CSRF, and SQL injection
Managing API rate limiting and throttling to protect resources
Encrypting sensitive data and securing communication with HTTPS
Logging and monitoring API activity for security insights
Testing API endpoints for functionality and security
Deploying secure APIs to production environments
By the end of this book, you'll be confident in building and maintaining secure APIs using Node.js, ready to handle the demands of modern web applications.
Perfect for developers aiming to build APIs that are both scalable and secure.
