Decode Base64 Encoded String

Introduction

In this lab, we will explore how to decode a string of data which has been encoded using base-64 encoding in JavaScript. You will learn how to create a Buffer for the given string with base-64 encoding and how to use Buffer.prototype.toString() to return the decoded string. This lab will provide hands-on experience in decoding base64 encoded strings in JavaScript.

Skills Graph

Decoding Base64 Encoded String

To decode a string of data that has been encoded using base-64 encoding, follow these steps:

1. Open the Terminal/SSH and type node to start practicing coding.
2. Create a Buffer for the given string with base-64 encoding.
3. Use Buffer.prototype.toString() to return the decoded string.

Here's an example code snippet:

const atob = (str) => Buffer.from(str, "base64").toString("binary");

You can test this function by running atob('Zm9vYmFy') which should return 'foobar'.

Summary

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