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In this beginner-friendly Express.js tutorial, you’ll learn how to set up a simple server from scratch using Node.js and Express. We’ll go step by step through project setup, dependencies, creating GET and POST routes, adding middleware like CORS, and testing everything in the browser.

By the end of this video, you’ll have a working Express server and a solid foundation for building REST APIs. Perfect for beginners getting started with backend development.

⏱️ Timestamps

⏱️ 00:00 – Introduction
📖 00:41 – What is Express.js?
🗂️ 02:10 – Setting up Project Folders (Client & Server)
⚙️ 06:23 – Package.json & Dependencies
📦 08:19 – Installing Express in Server Folder
📝 14:10 – Creating server.js Entry File
🚀 16:09 – Running Server & Using Nodemon
🔌 20:49 – Setting up Express App & Port
🌐 25:26 – Creating First GET Route
🔒 28:34 – Installing & Using CORS
🧪 32:50 – Testing Endpoint in Browser
✍️ 35:27 – Adding a POST Route (/login)
📥 37:06 – Accessing Request Body with req.body

🌟 MOGs (Moments of Greatness)

✅ Step-by-step Express.js setup for beginners
✅ Installing and configuring dependencies properly
✅ Running server with Nodemon for auto-refresh
✅ First working GET route in Express
✅ Adding POST route and accessing request body
✅ Testing endpoints directly in the browser