Learn HAPI with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Architecture
Configuration-driven routing and middleware
Plugin-based modular architecture
Request lifecycle events for fine-grained control
Integrated caching and state management
Optional templating and response toolkit
Rendering Model
Server receives request
Lifecycle events handle preprocessing
Handler processes request and executes logic
Plugins provide modular functionality
Response is returned to client
Architectural Patterns
Configuration-driven routing
Plugin-based modularity
Lifecycle hooks for request/response management
Middleware for pre/post-processing
Integration with caching, authentication, and templates
Real World Architectures
Enterprise REST API with modular plugins
Microservices architecture with Hapi servers
Authentication and authorization gateway
Server-side rendered enterprise portals
Real-time data APIs using WebSockets
Design Principles
Configuration-driven design
Plugin-based modularity
Emphasis on security and validation
Maintainable and readable code
Extensible through Node.js ecosystem
Scalability Guide
Use Node.js clusters for multi-core scaling
Leverage caching for repeated queries
Optimize plugin loading and initialization
Keep handlers non-blocking and async
Monitor server metrics for scaling needs
Migration Guide
Update Node.js and Hapi versions
Refactor deprecated APIs
Test routes, plugins, and handlers
Deploy incrementally to production
Monitor performance and logs