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What is Node.js?

Node.js is an open-source runtime that allows developers to run JavaScript on the server side. 🔑 Key Features: 1️⃣ V8 Engine: Executes JavaScript with exceptional performance. 2️⃣ Event-Driven Architecture: Handles requests efficiently without blocking. 3️⃣ Non-Blocking I/O: Ensures high performance under heavy load. With Node.js, developers can build fast, scalable applications for the web, including RESTful APIs, real-time chat, and more. What’s your favorite thing about Node.js? Let’s discuss! NodeJS #JavaScript #BackendDevelopment #TechTips
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