Using Redis for Cache and Queues in Node.js

Course Overview

In this course you'll learn how to integrate Redis with Node.js applications to optimize performance using caching and manage background tasks with queues. You’ll explore how to handle real-time data improve API performance and implement job queues for async tasks.

What you'll learn

Understand what Redis is and how it fits into backend architectures

Set up Redis with Node.js using the `ioredis` package

Implement caching mechanisms to speed up API responses

Create background task queues using Redis and `bull`

Monitor Redis performance and optimize its usage

Course Content

Introduction to Redis and Node.js Integration
Using Redis for Caching in Node.js
Background Task Queues with Redis and Bull
Real-Time Data with Redis Pub/Sub