Author: saqibkhan

Caching is the term for storing reusable responses in order to make subsequent requests faster. Every browser ships with an implementation of a HTTP cache. All we have to do is ensure that each server response provides correct HTTP header directives to instruct the browser on when and for how long the response can be…

Compression is a simple, effective way to save bandwidth and speed up your site. It is only compatible with modern browsers and should be used with caution if your users use legacy browsers as well. When sending responses from the server, if compression is used, it can greatly improve the load time. We’ll be using…

Authentication is a process in which the credentials provided are compared to those on file in the database of authorized users’ information on a local operating system or within an authentication server. If the credentials match, the process is completed and the user is granted authorization for access. We’ll be creating a very basic authentication…

HTTP is stateless, hence in order to associate a request to any other request, you need a way to store user data between HTTP requests. Cookies and URL parameters are both suitable ways to transport data between the client and the server. However, they are both readable on the client side. Sessions solve exactly this…