Node.js

Node.js allows you to run JavaScript on the server side. It’s designed for building fast, efficient web applications and APIs.

Key Features

• Cross-platform compatibility
• Non-blocking I/O model
• Rich ecosystem of libraries via npm
• Real-time data processing
• Event-driven architecture

Pros

• High performance for I/O operations
• Supports microservices architecture
• Large community and support
• Easy integration with frontend frameworks

Cons

• Single-threaded model may limit performance for CPU-intensive tasks
• Callback nature can lead to complex code (callback hell)
• Steeper learning curve for newcomers
• Limited support for multi-threading