Node.js Alpine: Lightweight, Secure, And Efficient Server-Side Apps
Node.js Alpine is a lightweight Docker image for building scalable server-side apps. It's 5MB, not 50-100MB like standard Node.js images. Smaller size means faster downloads & reduced storage usage.
Node.js is a popular runtime environment for building scalable server-side applications. When choosing a Node.js image for your project, the "Alpine" version often comes up as an attractive option due to its lightweight and efficient nature. In this post, we'll break down what Node.js Alpine is, its benefits, and some key considerations when using it. What is Node.js Alpine? The Node.js Alpine version is a Docker image based on the Alpine Linux distribution, a minimalistic operating system known for its small size and simplicity. This version of Node.js is specifically designed to provide a li...