When it comes to building performant software that communicates effectively with other services, caching is essential. While HTTP caching is a common practice, Node.js has historically lacked a built-in, standards-compliant solution for client-side H...
Originally released in 2018, the modern HTTP client library for Node.js—Undici—has seen remarkable growth in 2024. Downloads skyrocketed from over 189 million in 2023 to a staggering >437 million (January–November 2024), highlighting its critical rol...
In web development, user interactions trigger backend actions, which rely heavily on efficient HTTP calls. Over time, HTTP has become the most popular interface largely due to its robust security measures and ease of debuggability. In this blog, we’l...
Navigating through Node.js http/https can be a daunting task that often calls for updates. This is particularly evident in how it uses the same API for both client and server functionalities while intricately tying connection pooling with the public ...
When building dynamic web applications with Node.js, the choice of HTTP client is pivotal for effective communication with web APIs and efficient handling of website queries. Selecting the right HTTP client for your project can significantly influenc...
A Networkless HTTP Guide with Fastify and Undici
