Node.js API Masterclass with Express and MongoDB - Forgot Password - Send Email

The video tutorial covers the implementation of a password reset feature using Node.js. It begins with setting up a route for password reset and generating a token. The tutorial introduces NodeMailer for sending emails and explains how to configure environment variables for SMTP settings. A reusable email utility function is created, and the logic for sending emails, including error handling, is implemented. The tutorial concludes with testing the email sending functionality using Mailtrap.

What package is used for sending emails in Node.js?

What is the purpose of the 'mailtrap' service mentioned in the text?

What should be included in the configuration file for SMTP?

What should be done before restarting the server?

What is the purpose of the 'send-email' utility function?

What is the purpose of the 'reset password' token?

What does the reset URL include?

What should be included in the message sent to the user?

What is the expected response if the email is sent successfully?

What happens if the email cannot be sent?