Node.js is a powerful runtime environment that allows you to run JavaScript on the server. It's perfect for building scalable network applications. 🌐🚀
Key Features of Node.js
- Asynchronous & Non-Blocking I/O 🔄
Handles multiple requests simultaneously without freezing the application. - Event-Driven Architecture ⚙️
Uses callbacks to respond to events, making it efficient for real-time apps. - Vast Ecosystem via NPM 🌐
Access millions of packages to extend functionality quickly.
How to Start
- Install Node.js ✅
Download from nodejs.org and follow the installation guide. - Use npm 📦
Manage dependencies withnpm install
ornpm init
. - Create Your First Script 📝
Write a simplehello.js
file and run it usingnode hello.js
.
Example: Hello World
// hello.js
console.log("Hello, Node.js! 🌟");
Expand Your Knowledge
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