Build Your First Express Server
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Overview
Today you’ll start building an Express server! You’ll learn why Express is useful, set up your project, configure package.json, and create your first Express server.
What You’ll Learn
- Why build an Express server
- Project setup with npm and Express
- Configuring package.json with scripts and ES6 modules
- Creating your first Express server
- Using nodemon for development
Get Started
👉 Begin with Level 1: Why Build an Express Server?
The lesson is broken down into progressive levels that guide you step-by-step through building your Express server. Start with Level 1 and work through the levels sequentially.
Deliverable
Your submission must include:
- GitHub Repo - A GitHub repository containing your project code
- Frequent commits - Regular commits showing your development progress
Rubric (100 pts)
- Project setup and configuration 0–25
- Express server runs correctly 0–25
- Package.json scripts configured properly 0–25
- Code organization and structure 0–25