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Getting Started with Node.js

Node.js is a powerful, open-source JavaScript runtime built on Chrome’s V8 engine. It is designed for building scalable network applications and follows an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model, making it efficient and lightweight for server-side development.

Key Features

  • Asynchronous and Event-Driven: Node.js uses a non-blocking I/O model that allows it to handle multiple operations concurrently.
  • Fast Execution: Built on the google chrome’s V8 engine, Node.js executes JavaScript code at high speed.
  • Single Language: Use JavaScript for both server-side and client-side development, simplifying the development process.
  • Large Ecosystem: Node.js comes with NPM(Node Pacakge Manager), providing access to a vast library of open-source packages to enhance development.

While Node.js provides a solid foundation for server-side development, building applications often requires handling tasks like routing and middleware integration efficiently. This is where Express.js comes in a lightweight and flexible framework that enhances Node.js by streamlining these processes, making development faster and more organized.