Chapter 3 - NodeJS

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Welcome to NodeJS! Now that you understand HTML and CSS, it's time to dive into the server-side JavaScript runtime that powers modern web applications. NodeJS allows you to build fast, scalable network applications using JavaScript on the server.

This chapter will cover the fundamentals of NodeJS, from basic concepts to building your first web server.

NodeJS subchapters

1. What is NodeJS?

Learn about NodeJS from a webserver developer's perspective - the JavaScript runtime, event loop, and how it differs from traditional server-side languages.

2. Building Your First Server

Create your first HTTP server with NodeJS, handle requests and responses, and understand the basics of web server development.

3. NodeJS Modules and NPM

Understand the module system, package management with NPM, and how to organize your NodeJS applications.

4. Express.js

Learn to use Express.js for serving static files, creating routes, and building web applications with middleware.

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Table of contents

• What is NodeJS?
• Building Your First Server
• NodeJS Modules and NPM
• Express.js