Node.js 12 Node.js Foundation

Node.js® is a free, open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment designed to enable developers to create scalable network applications, command-line tools, and scripts efficiently.

Key Features:

• Event-driven architecture: Node.js allows developers to build highly efficient applications by handling multiple tasks asynchronously without blocking the main thread.
• Non-blocking I/O model: This feature ensures that applications can handle thousands of simultaneous connections with ease, making it ideal for real-time web apps and APIs.
• Extensive ecosystem: With a vast repository of modules available via npm (Node Package Manager), developers can quickly extend functionality and streamline development workflows.
• Cross-platform support: Node.js runs consistently on Windows, macOS, Linux, and other platforms, ensuring seamless deployment across diverse environments.

Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for web developers, back-end engineers, and DevOps professionals seeking to build high-performance applications with minimal overhead. Node.js empowers teams to create scalable, efficient solutions while leveraging a robust community-driven ecosystem.

Node.js can be installed via winget on Windows systems, making it easy to integrate into your development workflow.