Node.js Syllabus

Introduction

The W3Schools Node.js Tutorial is comprehensive and beginner-friendly.

It will give you a fundamental knowledge of Node.js.

It is designed for beginners and requires only basic JavaScript knowledge.

The content has been carefully made to be bite-sized, simple, and easy to understand.

The content has been proven by millions of users over the years. It is updated and improved frequently.

The syllabus outline and its sequence are structured so you can learn Node.js step by step, from the introduction to creating server-side applications.

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Learning Outcomes

Learn what Node.js is and set up your environment
Create web servers with the HTTP module
Work with built-in modules (File System, URL, Events)
Use Node Package Manager (NPM) to manage packages
Handle files (upload, read, create, update, delete)
Send emails using Node.js
Connect and work with MySQL database
Create and manage MongoDB databases
Build real-world applications with Node.js

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Which Subjects Are Node.js Relevant For?

Back-end Development:
Node.js is essential for server-side application development.
Web Development:
Node.js enables full-stack JavaScript development.
API Development:
Node.js is perfect for building RESTful APIs and microservices.
Real-time Applications:
Node.js excels at handling real-time data and WebSocket connections.
DevOps:
Node.js is widely used for build tools and automation.
Cloud Computing:
Node.js is popular for cloud-native application development.
Enterprise Applications:
Node.js supports building scalable enterprise solutions.

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Overview of the Modules

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Sandbox and Lab Environment

Node.js, like any other platform, is best learned through hands-on practice.

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Example

var http = require('http');

http.createServer(function (req, res) {
res.writeHead(200, {'Content-Type': 'text/plain'});
res.end('Hello World!');
}).listen(8080);

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Collaboration
File navigator
Terminal & log
Package manager
Database
Environment manager
Analytics

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