While there have been quite a few attempts to get Java Script working as a server-side language, Node.js (frequently just called Node) has been the first environment that’s gained any traction. It’s now used by companies such as Netflix, Uber and Paypal to power their web apps. Node allows for blazingly fast performance; thanks to its event loop model, common tasks like network connection and database I/O can be executed very quickly indeed.
In this book, we’ll take a look at a selection of the related tools and skills that will make you a much more productive Node developer. It contains:
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Full-stack Java Script developer. Rubyist by passion. Amateur musician. Favorite quote? ‘Being a jack of all trades doesn’t mean you’re a master at none.’