Best practices for implementing rate limiting in Node.js apps

Implementing rate limiting in Node.js applications is essential for maintaining performance, security, and fair usage of resources. Here are some best practices to consider when implementing rate limiting in your Node.js applications: 1. Choose the Right Rate Limiting Strategy Different applications may require different rate limiting strategies. Common…

Node.js Rate Limiter

Rate limiting is a crucial technique for managing how often users can interact with your application or API, helping to prevent abuse and ensuring fair resource allocation. In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of rate limiting in Node.js applications, particularly focusing on its implementation using…

Deploy a Dockerfile

To deploy a Dockerfile with a custom domain and HTTPS on a cloud server (almost any cloud provider will work), we will walk through the entire process step-by-step. This guide will utilize a simple Node.js application as an example. Prerequisites Before we begin, ensure you have the following: 1.…

Self-hosting

Self-hosting has gained significant traction in recent years, as individuals and organizations seek more control over their data and applications. This blog post explores what self-hosting is, its benefits, and provides a step-by-step guide on how to self-host a simple Node.js application using Caddy server on Digital Ocean. What…

The Hidden Costs of Cloud Provider "Free" Credits

When I see posts like this one, I don't understand why people still believe in this tale about "free" credits. They say "We got $100K in free credits from AWS" or "We just got $500K in free credits from Google Cloud," and…