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Oct 23, 2025
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Routing Basics
Classification
Software Engineering | Languages | JavaScript | Node
Keywords
javascript | node
About This Episode:
👉 Every time you type a URL, click a link, or submit a form, your server has to decide: what happens next? That’s where routing comes in.
💥 In this video, we’ll break down Routing Basics in Node.js and learn how servers handle requests:
- How URLs, HTTP methods (GET, POST), and headers guide server responses.
- Writing simple routes to serve different pages (Home, About, Contact).
- Handling form submissions with POST requests.
- Returning JSON vs. HTML based on client preferences ⚡️.
🤖 By the end, you’ll understand how to map requests to responses — the foundation for building APIs, web apps, and more.
💡 Relevant Links
Previous TekCasts series:
- JavaScript for Beginners: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-for-beginners-what-is-javascript
- JavaScript in the Browser: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-in-the-browser-browser-runtime-environment
Official Docs:
- Node.js Documentation: https://nodejs.org/en/docs/
- MDN JavaScript Guide: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript
💥 In this video, we’ll break down Routing Basics in Node.js and learn how servers handle requests:
- How URLs, HTTP methods (GET, POST), and headers guide server responses.
- Writing simple routes to serve different pages (Home, About, Contact).
- Handling form submissions with POST requests.
- Returning JSON vs. HTML based on client preferences ⚡️.
🤖 By the end, you’ll understand how to map requests to responses — the foundation for building APIs, web apps, and more.
💡 Relevant Links
Previous TekCasts series:
- JavaScript for Beginners: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-for-beginners-what-is-javascript
- JavaScript in the Browser: https://tekcasts.com/play/javascript-in-the-browser-browser-runtime-environment
Official Docs:
- Node.js Documentation: https://nodejs.org/en/docs/
- MDN JavaScript Guide: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript
Short Bio:
Bob Cravens is a seasoned technology leader, software architect, and educator with a passion for empowering others through practical, real-world knowledge. As the founder of TekFoundry, Bob has dedicated his career to designing and delivering innovative software solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with elegant simplicity.
At TekCasts, Bob leverages over two decades of experience in software engineering, application architecture, and team leadership to create engaging, high-impact courses for developers and technology professionals. His instructional style is rooted in practical application, offering insights drawn from his extensive background in industries like medical devices and global technology consulting.
Bob’s expertise spans a variety of technologies and methodologies, including PHP/Laravel, FastAPI, and DevOps, as well as architecture best practices and team dynamics. Whether teaching foundational concepts or advanced strategies, he’s passionate about helping others turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions.
When not crafting elegant code or inspiring the next generation of tech innovators, Bob enjoys exploring the intersection of technology, business strategy, and creative problem-solving.
At TekCasts, Bob leverages over two decades of experience in software engineering, application architecture, and team leadership to create engaging, high-impact courses for developers and technology professionals. His instructional style is rooted in practical application, offering insights drawn from his extensive background in industries like medical devices and global technology consulting.
Bob’s expertise spans a variety of technologies and methodologies, including PHP/Laravel, FastAPI, and DevOps, as well as architecture best practices and team dynamics. Whether teaching foundational concepts or advanced strategies, he’s passionate about helping others turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions.
When not crafting elegant code or inspiring the next generation of tech innovators, Bob enjoys exploring the intersection of technology, business strategy, and creative problem-solving.