What are the differences between global and route-specific middleware?

What are the differences between global and route-specific middleware?

Global middleware applies to all routes in an application, while route-specific middleware is applied only to specific routes.

Can you give me an example of each?

Sure! An example of global middleware is logging requests for all routes, while route-specific middleware could be authentication for a login route.

Why would I use route-specific middleware instead of global?

Route-specific middleware allows for more control and efficiency, applying only necessary functions to certain routes.

Are there any performance implications?

Yes, using global middleware can slow down your application if it processes unnecessary tasks for every request.