backbone.jsHow do I save a Backbone.js model?

Saving a Backbone.js model is done using the save() method. This method will persist the model to the server and will fire an "sync" event when the model is successfully saved.

Here's an example of using save() to persist a model:

var myModel = new Backbone.Model({
  name: 'John Doe'
});

myModel.save();

In the example above, the save() method will send an HTTP PUT request to the server with the model data. If successful, the server will return an HTTP 200 response and the "sync" event will be fired.

The save() method also takes an optional options parameter. This can be used to customize the request, such as setting the HTTP method or providing additional data to be sent to the server. Here's an example:

var myModel = new Backbone.Model({
  name: 'John Doe'
});

myModel.save({}, {
  type: 'POST',
  data: {
    age: 30
  }
});

In this example, an HTTP POST request will be sent to the server with the model data and the additional age parameter.

Parts of code explained

• save() - This method will persist the model to the server and will fire an "sync" event when the model is successfully saved.
• options - This parameter can be used to customize the request, such as setting the HTTP method or providing additional data to be sent to the server.

Relevant Links

• Backbone.js Documentation - Save

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