Node.js API Masterclass with Express and MongoDB - Storing the Token In Postman

The video tutorial demonstrates a method to automate the handling of bearer tokens in Postman. By setting environment variables, users can avoid manually inputting tokens for each protected route. The tutorial covers creating environment variables from login responses and using them in various routes, such as deleting or updating boot camps. This approach streamlines the process, saving time and effort by automatically setting tokens upon login or registration.

What is the main problem addressed at the beginning of the video?

• Difficulty in setting up Postman

• Manually adding authorization headers for each route

• Creating environment variables

• Logging in with multiple users

How can you automate the process of adding tokens in Postman?

• By manually copying tokens

• By using a browser extension

• By setting an environment variable

• By using a different API

What scripting capability does Postman offer to help automate token storage?

• Ruby

• Python

• PHP

• JavaScript

What should you select in the authorization tab to use the stored token?

• Basic Auth

• Bearer Token

• API Key

• OAuth 2.0

What happens when you log in with a different user in Postman?

• The token remains the same

• You need to manually update the token

• The token is automatically updated

• The token is deleted

Which routes can benefit from the token automation technique?

• Only public routes

• All protected routes

• Only registration routes

• Only login routes

What is a key benefit of automating token management in Postman?

• It increases security

• It reduces server load

• It improves user interface

• It saves time