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Mastering Node.js & Npm: Unlock Full-Stack JavaScript Development

JavaScript beyond the browser! Node.js & npm enable server-side programming, async development, & scalability. Learn how to create real-time apps with this powerful duo

Introduction

In the world of modern web development, JavaScript has expanded beyond just running in the browser. Thanks to Node.js, developers can now use JavaScript for server-side programming as well. Alongside Node.js, npm (Node Package Manager) plays a crucial role in managing libraries and dependencies. This post will help you understand what Node.js and npm are and why they are essential for JavaScript development.


  
  
  What is Node.js?

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform runtime environment that allows you to run JavaScript outside the browser. It is built on Chrome’s V8 Ja...