What is the effect of applying middleware to routes in a NestJS application?
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NestJS - Middleware
What is the effect of applying middleware to routes in a NestJS application?
AIt automatically generates API documentation for the routes
BIt intercepts requests to perform actions before reaching the route handler
CIt replaces the route handler with a new function
DIt disables the route from being accessed
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand Middleware Role
Middleware functions in NestJS act as interceptors that can process requests before they reach the route handler.
Step 2: Analyze Options
It intercepts requests to perform actions before reaching the route handler correctly describes middleware behavior. Options B, C, and D describe unrelated or incorrect behaviors.
Final Answer:
It intercepts requests to perform actions before reaching the route handler -> Option B
Quick Check:
Middleware intercepts requests [OK]
Quick Trick:Middleware intercepts requests before handlers [OK]
Common Mistakes:
Confusing middleware with route handlers
Thinking middleware generates documentation
Assuming middleware disables routes
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