Learn SAILS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Learn Node.js and JavaScript
Understand MVC architecture
Learn Sails.js models, controllers, and blueprints
Integrate WebSockets and policies
Build small projects and scale complexity
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Setup Sails.js project and explore blueprints
Week 2: Implement CRUD APIs with policies
Week 3: Add WebSocket functionality
Week 4: Integrate database adapters and services
Week 5: Deploy and monitor application in production
Interview Questions
What is Sails.js and when would you use it?
Explain blueprint routes and their purpose.
How do policies work in Sails.js?
How does Sails.js handle real-time communication?
Compare Sails.js with Express or NestJS.
Cheat Sheet
sails new myApp - create project
sails lift - start server
sails generate model <name> - create model
sails generate controller <name> - create controller
sails console - interact with app via REPL
Books
Sails.js in Action
Mastering Sails.js
Node.js Web Apps with Sails.js
Real-Time Apps with Sails.js
Building APIs with Sails.js
Tutorials
Getting started with Sails.js
Creating models, controllers, and policies
Building REST APIs and WebSockets
Database integration with Waterline
Deploying Sails.js apps to cloud
Official Docs
https://sailsjs.com/documentation
Sails GitHub repository
Community tutorials and guides
Community Links
Sails GitHub repository
StackOverflow Sails tag
Official Sails documentation
Community forums and Slack
Tutorial blogs and YouTube channels
Community Support
Sails GitHub repository
StackOverflow Sails tag
Official Sails documentation
Community forums and Slack channels
Tutorial blogs and YouTube guides