What is the architecture needed for node.js web app?

Question

I am just looking to be pointed in the right direction on what resources I need to brush up on to create a node.js web app. I have seen some great tutorials but when nothing that touches on what I need.

I have read smashing js but it is just about the syntax.

So my server side is node but what about the form design? What is the easiest framework for a beginner to get started on a web?

Answer 1

The site node frameworks will give you a list of available frameworks. I'm quite new to NodeJS but what I discovered the hard way is that in the nodeJS ecosystem, the most popular libraries are based on Express and/or Connect (Express being itself build on top of Connect).

So if you choose another framework, you could be stuck like I was, when trying to integrate some popular libraries like Passport for authentication. Moreover Express popularity will allow you to find many tutorials. That's why I would recommend you to use it.

update: you may discover popular modules for node on NodeJS Modules

Answer 2

Another option is to steer clear of frameworks and use smaller modules for building up your stack.

https://github.com/Raynos/http-framework

Is a great resource w/ lots of links to modules and examples for different web app cases.