JWT Authentication and Authorization in Node.js

Course Overview

This course will teach you the fundamentals of implementing secure authentication with JWT tokens in a Node.js environment. You will cover the creation of secure login systems handling of user roles and implementing authorization for various user permissions using JWT.

What you'll learn

How JWT works for authentication and authorization

Set up JWT authentication with Node.js and Express

Generate and validate JWT tokens

Secure API routes using JWT and role-based access control

Refresh tokens and handle session expiration

Course Content

Introduction to JWT Authentication
Creating User Registration and Login System
Securing Routes with JWT Authentication
Role-Based Authorization with JWT
JWT Refresh Tokens and Session Management
Testing JWT Authentication and Authorization