Node.js

Node.js enables developers to use JavaScript for server-side scripting, unifying web application development around a single programming language. This environment is built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine, offering exceptional performance for I/O-heavy operations. It is particularly suited for building fast, scalable network applications like APIs, chat applications, and streaming services. Its cross-platform compatibility ensures applications run consistently across various operating systems and devices, while the extensive npm registry provides ready-to-use modules to accelerate development.