Scalable Application Development with NestJS

Build production-ready, scalable applications that stand up to enterprise demands with NestJS while learning all about APIs, GraphQL, and moreKey FeaturesUnderstand the basics of robust modern apps, design patterns, and NestJS architectureBuild, test, and scale Rest APIs and GraphQL APIs using NestJSUtilize microservice architecture, DevOps, security, and communication patterns for modern API developmentPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionIn this book, Pacifique Linjanja, a globally recognized software engineer and open-source contributor, shares his deep technical expertise and practical insights from his extensive experience delivering enterprise-level applications to unpack the full potential of NestJS, the cutting-edge Node.js framework. This book covers the core concepts, design patterns, and best practices for building scalable, high-performance applications with NestJS. You ll learn REST API and GraphQL implementations, harness the power of microservices, and explore real-world case studies, including e-commerce, social networking, and ERP systems. The chapters provide step-by-step guidance for setting up your development environment with TypeScript and npm, structuring projects effectively, and using the Apollo Federation architecture to create efficient GraphQL APIs. This book offers hands-on guidance for testing and debugging APIs, handling exceptions, and validating data using pipes and guards, all while helping you build a complete NestJS application from scratch. By the end, you'll be ready to apply DevOps principles for continuous integration and deployment, as well as secure your NestJS applications using advanced techniques.What you will learnMaster NestJS architecture and set up your environment with Node.js, npm, and TypeScriptApply design patterns and best practices to build robust, maintainable appsBuild REST APIs and leverage GraphQL for flexible queryingUse microservices architecture to efficiently scale your applicationsUnderstand how to test and debug APIs for optimal performanceImplement Apollo Federation for efficient GraphQL APIs in a federated systemSecure NestJS apps with advanced techniquesWho this book is forIf you are a software engineer, developer, or a tech lead looking to build scalable applications using NestJS, REST, GraphQL, and microservices, this book is for you. Whether you're new to NestJS or a seasoned developer, this guide will help you leverage NestJS for your next big project. It s also ideal for project managers and other IT professionals seeking insights into enterprise-level efficient development, testing strategies, and deployment processes. Even technology enthusiasts will find this book enlightening.]]>