What is Node.js?
Node.js is an open source environment that executes JavaScript code outside of a browser. It is very fast and lightweight ecosystem because it uses under the hood the JavaScript V8 engine from Google. The principal objective of Node.js is to provide an efficient solution for developing scalable and maintainable network applications. This cannot be done without JavaScript which is truly asynchronous language and heart of Node.js. If you are looking for an environment which allows building real-time, cross-platform and reliable applications Node.js is an ideal choice.
Node.js is a perfect tool for building modern, server-side web and network applications because it uses an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model that makes it lightweight and effective. But web apps don't have to be the only target. By providing modules to work with file system, developers can also use Node.js for creating shell scripts for task automation. This makes Node.js a powerful weapon not only in the hands of programmers but also as a great instrument for DevOps engineers and system administrators.
Why we choose Node.js in Pagepro?
We are JavaScript experts and we chose Node.js as a fundamental tool for creating our back-end services. Node.js allows us to create rich network apps with the same language that we use on the browser. This allows achieving our purposes faster than in other languages. With Node.js we get an efficient platform to help us resolve most of the difficulties that arise during the development of the web apps. When creating applications in React.js, Node.js allows us to use server-side rendering, which significantly improves performance and has a positive impact on SEO. Whether it is a back-end, streaming or microservice application, choosing Node.js brings many benefits.
- Open Source
Node.js is an open source environment with a large community, it is free to use and easy to install. The community of Node.js is open and friendly, enthusiastic to share any packages of code.
- Cross-Platform compatibility
Node.js allows you to create an application for different platforms without worrying about compatibility. JavaScript can run across multiple operating systems and flush their inconsistencies.
- RealTime and Scalability
Node.js has event-driven and non-blocking I/O model which allows handling concurrent requests without difficulties and scales easily than most of the other solutions.
- High performance
Node.js uses one of the fastest and most dynamic runtimes - V8 engine. Applications in Node.js are fast even when performing multiple operations at the same time.
- Rapid Development
Using the same codebase between different platforms and the same language on front-end and back-end sides gives clients a faster time to market.
- External packages and extensions
Node.js has the biggest package manager in the software world in own ecosystem - NPM. Any developer can publish personal modules in a public repository. Each module usually takes care of one task, so it is very effective.
When to consider Node.js?
Node.js can be used in many common tasks performed on the back-end like presenting records from the databases, serving websites, communicating with the file system or providing API services. But they are areas where Node.js really shines.
- Real-time chatbots or chat apps
- Multiplayer and online games
- Server-side web apps
- Data streaming
- Big data manipulation apps
- Microservices architecture
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Our Tech Stack Used in Node.js Development
Node
Typescript
Express
Hapi
Passport
Work with Node.js developers who know their craft
Because we are true enthusiasts of web technologies, we develop every project with great attention to details. At Pagepro, we help small or large companies build real-time network applications that are fast and scalable and satisfy their requirements. Our team are experienced enough in using the advanced Node.js programming architecture to improve the functionalities and features of the product so that it can work more efficiently for your industry. We listen carefully to your comments at every stage of product creation and we also try to surprise you with our ideas.
Pagepro in numbers
- Team members30+
- Clutch.co Rate4.9 / 5
- Client Retention ratio92 %
Have an awesome idea?
Do you have a Node.js project to implement? Feel free to share your idea with us! We will be glad to answer all your questions and we will help you to estimate your project.
Here are some examples of our JavaScript projects:
Learn the latest technologies with us!
Node.js is one of our core competencies and we love to share the knowledge about it. We do this in different ways like participating in conferences or workshops. Our experts also spread their experience in internal meetups or by writing interesting articles on the blog.
- Open Workshop: Introducing basics of React
16.05.2018, Białystok, Poland.
- A lecture at Bialystok University of Technology
28.05.2018, Białystok, Poland.
- Advanced React & Redux Patterns - a lecture on MeetJS Summer Special
25.08.2018, Białystok, Poland.
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