How do I set up Passport.js for authentication in my Node.js app?

How do I set up Passport.js for authentication in my Node.js app?

To set up Passport.js, first install it using npm: npm install passport passport-local. Then, configure it in your app.

What are the steps to configure Passport.js after installation?

After installation, you need to initialize Passport, set up session management, and define your authentication strategies.

Can you give me an example of a local strategy?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

passport.use(new LocalStrategy(
  function(username, password, done) {
    // Verify username and password
  }
));

How do I handle user sessions with Passport.js?

You can use express-session middleware to handle sessions. Initialize it before Passport in your app.