Introduction to NestJS

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NestJS builds upon which of the following core principles to create maintainable applications?

  • Exclusively using Reactive Programming to handle asynchronous data streams.
  • A combination of OOP, FP, and FRP (Functional Reactive Programming). (correct)
  • Primarily relying on imperative programming techniques for direct control over application state.
  • Strict adherence to Functional Programming (FP) paradigms, avoiding Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).

What benefit does NestJS provide over plain Node.js frameworks like Express or Fastify?

  • NestJS provides a higher level of abstraction and an out-of-the-box application architecture. (correct)
  • NestJS eliminates the capacity to use third-party modules, streamlining development.
  • NestJS increases server response time by automatically optimizing database queries.
  • NestJS only supports TypeScript, ensuring code is strictly typed.

Which command is used to create a new NestJS project using the Nest CLI?

  • `nest create project-name`
  • `nest new project-name` (correct)
  • `nest init project-name`
  • `nest start project-name`

What is the primary purpose of NestJS Modules?

<p>To encapsulate and organize related components, providers, and controllers into cohesive units. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In NestJS, what is the role of Providers?

<p>To encapsulate reusable logic that can be injected into controllers, services, or other providers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of using TypeScript with NestJS?

<p>Strong typing helps catch errors during development, improves code maintainability, and enhances developer productivity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do Pipes serve in NestJS?

<p>They transform and validate request data, ensuring it meets the required format and criteria. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does NestJS handle unhandled exceptions and errors within an application?

<p>NestJS uses Exception Filters to catch and process exceptions, allowing for centralized error handling and custom responses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Guards in NestJS?

<p>To protect routes from unauthorized access by verifying user roles and permissions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is achieved by utilizing Interceptors in NestJS?

<p>Intercepting and modifying the request or response stream, allowing for custom logic like logging, caching, or transforming data. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should Dynamic Modules be used in NestJS?

<p>When a module needs to be configured and customized at runtime based on environment variables or other dynamic factors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Execution Context in NestJS?

<p>To provide access to the underlying platform's request and response objects, along with metadata about the current execution process. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In NestJS, what does Platform Agnosticism refer to?

<p>The design principle that allows NestJS to work with different HTTP server frameworks (like Express or Fastify) and other platforms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you configure CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) in a NestJS application?

<p>By using the built-in <code>CORS</code> middleware, configuring allowed origins, methods, and headers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Helmet in a NestJS application?

<p>To secure the application by setting various HTTP headers, protecting against common web vulnerabilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do interceptors play in the context of WebSockets within NestJS?

<p>They allow you to intercept and modify incoming and outgoing WebSocket messages, similar to their role in HTTP request handling. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In NestJS Microservices, what is the primary function of a 'transporter'?

<p>To facilitate communication between microservices using different protocols (e.g., Redis, MQTT, RabbitMQ). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the NestJS CLI?

<p>To provide a set of tools for scaffolding, developing, and maintaining NestJS applications, such as generating modules, controllers, and services. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using the SWC compiler with NestJS?

<p>SWC offers significantly faster compilation speeds compared to the standard TypeScript compiler, improving developer productivity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the RouterModule in NestJS?

<p>To organize routes into separate modules, enabling a more modular and scalable application structure. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

NestJS

A framework for building efficient, scalable Node.js server-side applications.

NestJS Key Features

Progressive JavaScript, TypeScript support, OOP, FP, and FRP.

Underlying HTTP Server Frameworks

Express (default) or Fastify.

NestJS Architecture

Provides an out-of-the-box application architecture.

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Benefits of NestJS Architecture

Highly testable, scalable, loosely coupled, and easily maintainable applications.

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NestJS Setup

Nest CLI or clone a starter project.

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Nest CLI

A command-line interface tool for NestJS.

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NestJS Project Structure

Initial core files and supporting modules that create a conventional base structure for your project.

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Minimum Dependencies for NestJS

Core, Common, RxJS, Reflect-metadata

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JavaScript Lingua Franca

JavaScript's role in both frontend and backend development.

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Trilon.io

Official NestJS consulting.

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NestJS License

MIT

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NestJS Abstraction

A module that provides a level of abstraction above common Node.js frameworks, but also exposes their APIs directly to the developer.

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Frontend Frameworks

Angular, React, and Vue

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NestJS Goal

Create highly testable, scalable, applications.

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Study Notes

  • NestJS is a framework for building efficient and scalable Node.js server-side applications.
  • It utilizes progressive JavaScript and fully supports TypeScript, allowing developers to code in either TypeScript or JavaScript.
  • Nest combines elements of Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Programming (FP), and Functional Reactive Programming (FRP).
  • Nest uses HTTP Server frameworks like Express (default) and can optionally use Fastify.
  • It provides an abstraction layer above these frameworks while exposing their APIs to developers.
  • Nest offers an out-of-the-box application architecture, promoting testable, scalable, loosely coupled, and maintainable applications.
  • Its architecture is heavily inspired by Angular.

Installation Options

  • Project can be scaffolded using the Nest CLI or by cloning a starter project.
  • Using the Nest CLI is recommended for first-time users.
  • Command to install Nest CLI: $ npm i -g @nestjs/cli
  • Command to create a new project: $ nest new project-name
  • A stricter TypeScript project can be created using the --strict flag with the nest new command:
  • Alternatively, the TypeScript starter project can be installed with Git:
    • $ git clone https://github.com/nestjs/typescript-starter.git project
    • $ cd project
    • $ npm install
    • $ npm run start
  • To clone the repository without the git history, use degit.
  • To use the JavaScript starter project, use javascript-starter.git in the command sequence.
  • Projects can be started from scratch by installing core packages: @nestjs/core, @nestjs/common, rxjs, and reflect-metadata.

NestJS Topics

  • First steps
  • Controllers
  • Providers
  • Modules
  • Middleware
  • Exception filters
  • Pipes
  • Guards
  • Interceptors
  • Custom decorators

Fundamentals

  • Custom providers
  • Asynchronous providers
  • Dynamic modules
  • Injection scopes
  • Circular dependency
  • Module reference
  • Lazy-loading modules
  • Execution context
  • Lifecycle events
  • Discovery service
  • Platform agnosticism
  • Testing

Techniques

  • Configuration
  • Database
  • Mongo
  • Validation
  • Caching
  • Serialization
  • Versioning
  • Task scheduling
  • Queues
  • Logging
  • Cookies
  • Events
  • Compression
  • File upload
  • Streaming files
  • HTTP module
  • Session
  • Model-View-Controller
  • Performance (Fastify)
  • Server-Sent Events

Security

  • Authentication
  • Authorization
  • Encryption and Hashing
  • Helmet
  • CORS
  • CSRF Protection
  • Rate limiting

GraphQL

  • Quick start
  • Resolvers
  • Mutations
  • Subscriptions
  • Scalars
  • Directives
  • Interfaces
  • Unions and Enums
  • Field middleware
  • Mapped types
  • Plugins
  • Complexity
  • Extensions
  • CLI Plugin
  • Generating SDL
  • Sharing models
  • Other features
  • Federation

WebSockets

  • Gateways
  • Exception filters
  • Pipes
  • Guards
  • Interceptors
  • Adapters

Microservices

  • Overview
  • Redis
  • MQTT
  • NATS
  • RabbitMQ
  • Kafka
  • gRPC
  • Custom transporters
  • Exception filters
  • Pipes
  • Guards
  • Interceptors

CLI

  • Overview
  • Workspaces
  • Libraries
  • Usage
  • Scripts

OpenAPI

  • Introduction
  • Types and Parameters
  • Operations
  • Security
  • Mapped Types
  • Decorators
  • CLI Plugin
  • Other features

Recipes

  • REPL
  • CRUD generator
  • SWC (fast compiler)
  • Passport (auth)
  • Hot reload
  • MikroORM
  • TypeORM
  • Mongoose
  • Sequelize
  • Router module
  • Swagger
  • Health checks
  • CQRS
  • Compodoc
  • Prisma
  • Sentry
  • Serve static
  • Commander
  • Async local storage
  • Necord
  • Suites (Automock)

FAQ

  • Serverless
  • HTTP adapter
  • Keep-Alive connections
  • Global path prefix
  • Raw body
  • Hybrid application
  • HTTPS & multiple servers
  • Request lifecycle
  • Common errors
  • Examples

Devtools

  • Overview
  • CI/CD integration

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