Description

Introduction of Progressive Web Apps

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) combine the best of web and mobile applications, offering offline support, push notifications, and fast performance. This Progressive Web Apps with Angular training provides a comprehensive guide to building covering Service Workers, caching strategies, and advanced features that enhance user experience and engagement.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of Angular and TypeScript
• Familiarity with Angular CLI and Components
• Understanding of HTTP requests and local storage
• Basic knowledge of Web APIs (optional but helpful)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)

1.1 What Are PWAs? Features and Benefits
1.2 Comparing PWAs vs. Native Apps vs. Traditional Web Apps
1.3 PWA Examples and Use Cases
1.4 How Angular Supports PWAs

2. Setting Up a PWA with Angular

2.1 Installing Angular and Creating a New Project
2.2 Adding PWA Capabilities to an Angular App
2.3 Understanding the Command
2.4 Hands-On: Converting an Angular App into a PWA

3. Service Workers in Angular PWAs

3.1 What Are Service Workers?
3.2 How Service Workers Handle Background Processes
3.3 Registering a Service Worker in Angular
3.4 Hands-On: Implementing a Basic Service Worker

4. Caching Strategies for PWAs

4.1 Understanding Cache-First vs. Network-First Strategies
4.2 Configuring Asset Caching in Angular
4.3 Caching API Responses with Service Workers
4.4 Hands-On: Implementing an Efficient Caching Strategy

5. Offline Functionality and Data Synchronization

5.1 Making an Angular App Work Offline
5.2 Storing and Synchronizing Data Locally
5.3 Using IndexedDB for Offline Data Storage
5.4 Hands-On: Building an Offline-Ready PWA

6. Enhancing User Experience with PWAs

6.1 Implementing App Shell Architecture for Faster Load Times
6.2 Using Lazy Loading for Optimized Performance
6.3 Managing State in PWAs with NgRx or Services
6.4 Hands-On: Optimizing PWA Performance

7. Push Notifications and Background Sync

7.1 Understanding Push Notifications in PWAs
7.2 Setting Up Firebase for Push Notifications
7.3 Implementing Background Sync for Offline Actions
7.4 Hands-On: Sending Push Notifications in an Angular PWA

8. Adding a PWA to the Home Screen

8.1 How the Web App Manifest Works
8.2 Configuring the Manifest File in Angular(Ref: Custom Angular Libraries and Modules)
8.3 Customizing Icons and Splash Screens
8.4 Hands-On: Enabling “Add to Home Screen” Functionality

9. Security Considerations for Angular PWAs

9.1 HTTPS Requirement and SSL Implementation
9.2 Handling Authentication in PWAs
9.3 Preventing Common Security Threats (CORS, CSRF, XSS)
9.4 Hands-On: Securing an Angular PWA

10. Deploying and Maintaining an Angular PWA

10.1 Testing a PWA in Chrome DevTools
10.2 Deploying an Angular PWA to Firebase or a Web Server
10.3 Updating and Versioning a PWA
10.4 Hands-On: Publishing a PWA and Managing Updates

Conclusion

By the end of this Progressive Web Apps with Angular training, participants will be proficient in building, optimizing, and deploying. They will learn how to implement Service Workers, caching strategies, offline capabilities, and push notifications to create a seamless user experience.

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