How do I get started with Sequelize in Node.js?

How do I get started with Sequelize in Node.js?

To get started with Sequelize, first install it using npm: npm install sequelize. You also need a database driver, like pg for PostgreSQL.

What are the basic steps to define a model?

You can define a model by creating a new class that extends Model. Use the init method to define attributes and options.

Can you show me an example of a simple model?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

const { Model, DataTypes } = require('sequelize');
const sequelize = new Sequelize('database', 'username', 'password', {
  host: 'localhost',
  dialect: 'postgres',
});

class User extends Model {}
User.init({
  username: DataTypes.STRING,
  password: DataTypes.STRING,
}, { sequelize, modelName: 'user' });

How do I perform CRUD operations with Sequelize?

You can use methods like create, findAll, update, and destroy on your model to perform CRUD operations.