Node.js is a widely used JavaScript runtime that enables developers to build fast, scalable, and efficient server-side applications. Unlike traditional application servers like Apache Tomcat or uWSGI, Node.js operates on a non-blocking, event-driven architecture, making it well-suited for real-time applications and microservices.
Since its release in 2009, Node.js has gained immense popularity among backend developers, powering applications ranging from simple APIs to high-performance enterprise systems. It uses Google’s V8 JavaScript engine, ensuring fast execution of JavaScript code.
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