Node.js is a powerful JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine. It allows you to run JavaScript outside of a browser, enabling you to build server-side applications, command-line tools, and more.

Features

  • Asynchronous and Non-blocking: Node.js uses an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model which makes it lightweight and efficient.
  • Single-threaded: Node.js is single-threaded but uses an asynchronous approach to handle multiple concurrent connections.
  • Cross-platform: It runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Getting Started

To get started with Node.js, you can download and install it from the official Node.js website.

Installation Steps

  1. Download Node.js for your platform.
  2. Run the installer and follow the prompts.
  3. Once installed, open a terminal and type node -v to verify the installation.

Resources

Learning Resources

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If you're looking to dive deeper into Node.js, make sure to check out our comprehensive documentation and tutorials. Happy coding!