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JavaScript REST APIs with Express Managing Data and Asynchronous Code Refactor the Get All Quotes Route

Crystal Vesely
Crystal Vesely
14,500 Points
Posted by Crystal Vesely
Crystal Vesely
14,500 Points

Is there a difference between ./ and ../ like we use in CSS?

In CSS, we use (../) when linking to a file inside a folder, but in this demonstration, I noticed we are using (./) when requiring the records.js file. Can someone help me understand? Thanks so much!

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,261 Points
Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,261 Points

The prefix ./ means "in the same directory". In most cases it is optional, and can be left off entirely without any change in functionality.

On the other hand, the prefix ../ means "in the parent directory", and is necessary to show that the file you are referencing is not located in the same place as the one referencing it.