6 Questions
What is an API layer?
An intermediary layer between the application code and the database
When might you use an API layer in a Next.js application?
All of the above
What is an ORM?
A way to interact with a database using an object-oriented paradigm
When do you need to write database queries in a full-stack application?
When creating API endpoints and when using React Server Components
What is the purpose of using React Server Components for data fetching?
To skip the API layer and query the database directly without exposing secrets
Which statement about Next.js Route Handlers is correct?
Route Handlers are used to create API endpoints
Explore different ways to fetch data for your application, including APIs, ORMs, and SQL. Learn how Server Components can enhance back-end resource access. Discover network waterfalls, implementing parallel data fetching using a JavaScript Pattern, and making decisions on fetching methods.
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