Node.js is a JavaScript based programming language. It is getting popular with enterprises that have a need for apps that are fast, lightweight and run on fewer servers. In this whitepaper, we explore the basics of how Node.js works and why it is a better option over other programming languages.
Node.js is not just another temporary trend in the programming community but represents a new way of thinking about how software systems should be built and operated.
The language is even overtaking long time developer favorites such as Ruby on Rails and JQuery. Major retailers and tech firms are switching over to Node.js for their mobile apps and for other web based applications.