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A Quick Start Guide to Node.js
on-demand course

A Quick Start Guide to Node.js

with Laurence Svekis
August 2020
Beginner
1h 16m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

In this 1-hour course, you'll gain a solid introduction to Node.js, the powerful JavaScript runtime. You'll learn how to handle modules, set up a local web server, and interact with files using Node features, all through concise, focused instructions.

What I will be able to do after this course

  • Understand the basics of Node.js and its runtime architecture.
  • Learn to create and use modules within your Node.js applications.
  • Comprehend the use of the Node Package Manager (NPM) for enhancing your project.
  • Deploy Node applications to create and read local files programmatically.
  • Output HTML files dynamically to a browser through Node.js.

Course Instructor(s)

Laurence Svekis is a seasoned instructor with extensive experience in web development and programming. With years of practical coding expertise and a passion for teaching, Laurence focuses on making complex technical topics accessible and engaging. His hands-on approach ensures learners gain practical knowledge applicable to real-world scenarios.

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for web designers or developers eager to start using Node.js. Learners should have existing knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to fully benefit. It's designed to help individuals looking to expand their web development toolkit with backend JavaScript capabilities.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781800568952