Node.js API Masterclass with Express and MongoDB - Installing Nodemon

This video tutorial guides viewers through setting up a simple server using Node.js and the HTTP module. It covers installing Node Mon with NPM to avoid manual server restarts, explains the purpose of package.json in managing project dependencies, and demonstrates how to install Node Mon as a development dependency. The tutorial also discusses the node_modules folder and its role in dependency management. Finally, it shows how to configure and run Node Mon using NPM scripts, enhancing development efficiency by automating server restarts.

What is the primary purpose of the package.json file in a Node.js project?

• To store the source code of the project

• To list all the dependencies and metadata of the project

• To compile the Node.js application

• To manage user authentication

Which command is used to initialize a new Node.js project and create a package.json file?

• npm init

• npm install

• npm run

• npm start

What flag is used to install a package as a development dependency in Node.js?

• -P or --save-prod

• -G or --global

• -L or --local

• -D or --save-dev

Why should the node_modules folder not be pushed to a GitHub repository?

• It contains sensitive information

• It is not compatible with GitHub

• It is too large and can be regenerated

• It is required for production

What is the benefit of using Node Mon in a Node.js project?

• It automatically restarts the server on code changes

• It provides a graphical user interface

• It enhances security features

• It compiles the code faster