Modern JavaScript from the Beginning - Second Edition - Client Folder Setup

The video tutorial guides viewers through setting up a full-stack application using Express and Webpack. It covers creating a static folder, configuring Webpack, and setting up a client-side environment. The tutorial also demonstrates running the server, testing the setup, and installing Font Awesome for icon usage. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming modules for further development.

What is the purpose of creating a 'public' folder in the Express application?

• To compile JavaScript files

• To serve static files like HTML and CSS

• To store backend API routes

• To manage database connections

Why is a separate client folder created in the project?

• To manage database schemas

• To separate frontend and backend dependencies

• To store server-side scripts

• To compile backend code

What is the role of Webpack in the client-side setup?

• To handle database migrations

• To serve static files directly

• To compile and bundle frontend assets

• To manage server-side routing

How does the Webpack Dev Server benefit the development process?

• It serves static files in production

• It provides live reloading for frontend changes

• It compiles backend code

• It manages database connections

What is the purpose of running 'npm run build' in the client folder?

• To start the backend server

• To compile and bundle frontend files for production

• To install server-side dependencies

• To initialize the database

Why was the Font Awesome CDN link removed from the HTML file?

• Because it was causing errors in the backend

• To install and import Font Awesome via npm instead

• To reduce the size of the HTML file

• To improve server-side performance

What is the next step after setting up Font Awesome in the project?

• Deploying the application to a live server

• Creating JavaScript modules for additional features

• Removing all CSS files

• Rewriting the backend API