Setting up MongoDB in Deno
Blog post from LogRocket
Deno, a secure runtime for JavaScript that supports TypeScript by default, can be integrated with MongoDB, a widely-used cross-platform document-oriented database, to build scalable applications. The process involves setting up a Deno server using the Oak framework, which provides middleware for HTTP servers, and configuring a MongoDB connection via the MongoClient in a db.js file. Developers define a TypeScript interface for the MongoDB model and establish a user collection to facilitate CRUD operations. Routes are managed in a routes.ts file, while MongoDB logic is handled in a controller.ts file. The setup allows for the testing of endpoints using POSTMAN and emphasizes Deno's security features, which require specific permissions to run. Additionally, the document highlights the advantages of Deno's module caching system, which enhances speed, and suggests using LogRocket for modern error tracking, providing integration instructions for developers seeking enhanced application monitoring.