can i get build in node js back-end code ? if yes means, how to get node js build using npm?

Question

I have a node js api service application. I don't want to share my code with client. so, i decide to make a build like react, ionic in node js. but, i don't have any idea. please help me to get build in node js or any other way to prevent my code. Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

Javascript is not a compiled code, the best you can do is minify and uglify it (obfuscate).

You can bundle your NodeJS project as you want, anyone accessing the obfuscated code will always be able to retro-engineering it.

There are multiple ways to do it, here is one (not tested myself) : https://ourcodeworld.com/articles/read/607/how-to-obfuscate-javascript-code-with-node-js

You can bundle a NodeJS as an executable : https://dev.to/jochemstoel/bundle-your-node-app-to-a-single-executable-for-windows-linux-and-osx-2c89

Answer 2

Yes, There are multiple ways but as per my opinion two way is good first create a build using TypeScript and second way convert your nodejs code into Byte using Bytenode

TypeScript has had first class support for Node.js, you can type your code in TypeScript and compile it using tsc app.ts Its create app.js .

Bytenode tool truly compiles your JavaScript code into V8 bytecode .

You can take reference from Bytenode doc on npm and Typescript + Node + Express , I think its help you.