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Node.js Setup

Node.js Setup

Node.js requires a quick installation to get started.

Read Time
5 min read
Difficulty
Beginner
Last Updated
Jun 15, 2026
Version
v1.0.0

Introduction

To start using Node.js, developers download the installer from the official Node.js website. Once installed, you can open your computer's terminal and run JavaScript files instantly using simple text commands.

Syntax

Syntax
1/* terminal commands */
2node -v
3npm -v

Key Points

  • Download the installer from nodejs.org.
  • Run `node -v` to check the installed version.
  • Run `node filename.js` to execute a script.
  • The installation includes NPM automatically.

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