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Node.js

One of the most popular JavaScript frameworks which eases the work of building web applications. By far the fastest growing language in use. Runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS. The use of Node.js is mainly for full stack, front-end and back-end.

First released2009
Developed byRyan Dahl
Latest stable version18.1.0
Open-sourceYes
Used byStackEdit, Sitespeed, ShareLaTeX, Rocket.Chat, MateCat

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Node is an evolution of existing JavaScript that are restricted only to client side scripting. Ranks in Top-10 most wanted developer skills.

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