How do I serve static files using Express.js?

How do I serve static files using Express.js?

You can serve static files in Express.js using the built-in middleware function express.static(). Just specify the directory where your static files are located.

Can you show me an example of how to set it up?

Sure! First, install Express if you haven't already. Then, use the following code:

const express = require('express');
const app = express();

app.use(express.static('public'));

app.listen(3000, () => {
  console.log('Server is running on http://localhost:3000');
});

This will serve all files in the 'public' directory.

What types of files can I serve?

You can serve any type of static files, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, images, and fonts.

Is there a way to set a different directory for static files?

Yes, you can specify any directory by changing the argument in express.static(). For example, app.use(express.static('assets')) will serve files from the 'assets' directory.