{"product_id":"build-your-own-web-server-from-scratch-in-node-js","title":"Build Your Own Web Server From Scratch in Node.JS","description":"\u003cp\u003e# Learn by doing: code a Web server in Node.js\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost people use HTTP daily, but few understand its inner workings. This \"Build Your Own X\" book dives deep, teaching basics from scratch for a clearer understanding of the tools and tech we rely on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Network programming.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Protocols \u0026amp; communication.\u003cbr\u003e\n- HTTP in detail.\u003cbr\u003e\n- WebSocket \u0026amp; concurrency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe project uses Node.js and TypeScript without any dependencies, but many concepts are language-agnostic, so itÕs valuable for learners of any language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Beyond coding exercises\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of each chapter, there are discussions about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- WhatÕs missing from the code? The gap between toys and the real thing, such as optimizations and applications.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Important concepts beyond coding, such as event loops and backpressure. These are what you are likely to overlook.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Design choices. Why stuff has to work that way? You can learn from both the good ones and the bad ones.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Alternative routes. Where you can deviate from this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e## Build your own X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy take on a build-your-own-X challenge? A few scenarios to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Students: Solidify learning, build portfolio, stand out in future careers.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Developers: Master fundamentals beyond frameworks and tools.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Hobbyists: Explore interests with flexible, extensible projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is part of the ÒBuild Your Own XÓ book series, which includes books on building your own Redis, database, and compiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/build-your-own.org\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James Smith","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44937341796513,"sku":"9781111144110","price":47.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/1120\/3233\/files\/gjvvq5j-front-shortedge-384_2fc3da5f-7c8b-40cf-9045-ef8e4d48c91d.jpg?v=1748623376","url":"https:\/\/bookswholesale.myshopify.com\/products\/build-your-own-web-server-from-scratch-in-node-js","provider":"BooksWholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}