Nest Auth Example

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Nest.js authentication with Passport. Realworld example

Overview

Nest.js is a progressive Node.js framework that is gaining popularity for building scalable and efficient server-side applications. This particular authentication example showcases how to implement a robust authentication system using Passport with both Local and JWT strategies. It also highlights best practices in testing and code quality, making it an excellent learning resource for developers interested in modern backend architectures.

This example not only covers authentication but also integrates seamlessly with PostgreSQL via TypeORM, providing a comprehensive guide to setting up a project that is ready for real-world applications. Moreover, it emphasizes ease of development with Docker and CI/CD workflows, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned developers.

Features

  • Passport Authentication: Implements both Local and JWT strategies for secure authentication, giving flexibility in handling user logins.
  • TypeORM Integration: Connects effortlessly with PostgreSQL for database management, simplifying data handling and queries.
  • Comprehensive Testing: Includes unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests using Jest and SuperTest to ensure code reliability and performance.
  • Docker Support: Offers a streamlined setup process through Docker Compose, allowing for easy environment configuration and service management.
  • Code Quality Tools: Utilizes MegaLinter for maintaining high code quality standards, ensuring the project adheres to best practices.
  • Environment Customization: Provides a sample .env file to configure essential environment variables easily for different environments.
  • Continuous Integration: Integrates with GitHub Actions for automatic testing and deployment processes, boosting developer productivity.
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Nest

A progressive Node.js framework for building efficient, scalable, and enterprise-grade server-side applications with TypeScript/JavaScript.

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Eslint

ESLint is a linter for JavaScript that analyzes code to detect and report on potential problems and errors, as well as enforce consistent code style and best practices, helping developers to write cleaner, more maintainable code.

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Typescript

TypeScript is a superset of JavaScript, providing optional static typing, classes, interfaces, and other features that help developers write more maintainable and scalable code. TypeScript's static typing system can catch errors at compile-time, making it easier to build and maintain large applications.