How to Decode JWT Tokens in JavaScript Using the jwt-decode NPM Package
JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) have become a cornerstone in modern web development, especially for authentication and authorization. As a developer, you may often need to decode these tokens to access their payload data without verifying their signature. The jwt-decode npm package simplifies this process, making it straightforward to work with JWTs in JavaScript applications. In this article, we’ll walk through how to use the jwt-decode package to decode JWT tokens. We’ll cover the basics of JWT structure, the installation process, practical implementation examples, and important considerations for working with JWTs securely. ...