Example 6: Detailed Guide 📚

Welcome to Example 6 of our documentation series! This guide will walk you through setting up a basic HTTP server using Node.js and Express. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this content is tailored for you.

🧩 Step-by-Step Setup

1. Install Node.js
   Ensure you have Node.js installed on your machine. If not, download it from nodejs.org.
   ✅ Use the command node -v to verify the installation.

2. Initialize a Project
   Run npm init -y in your terminal to create a package.json file.
   📁 This file manages your project's dependencies and configurations.

3. Install Express
   Execute npm install express to add the Express framework to your project.
   📦 Express simplifies building web applications and APIs.

4. Create Server Code
   Add the following code to a file named server.js:

   const express = require('express');
   const app = express();
   const port = 3000;
   
   app.get('/', (req, res) => {
     res.send('Hello World!');
   });
   
   app.listen(port, () => {
     console.log(`Server running at http://localhost:${port}`);
   });
   

   🖥️ Save the file and run node server.js to start the server.

📘 Additional Resources

For deeper insights into Express and HTTP servers, check out our Advanced Topics guide. It covers routing, middleware, and more!

📷 Visual Aids

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