Free
CourseLearn Node.js
Learn about the different components of a web application’s back-end and explore the Node.js JavaScript runtime environment.
Skill level
IntermediateTime to complete
Approx. 7 hoursCertificate of completion
Included with paid plansPrerequisites
2 coursesWe suggest you complete the following courses before you get started with Learn Node.js:- Learn JavaScript
- Learn the Command Line
About this course
JavaScript is one of the most popular programming languages. The powerful Node.js runtime environment has been ranked the technology most commonly used by professional developers. Node.js is an event-driven JavaScript runtime. Node has myriad potential uses for JavaScript development including being a great environment for building efficient network applications.
Syllabus
4 lessons • 2 projects • 3 quizzesThe platform
Hands-on learning
Don’t just watch or read about someone else coding — write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI-driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.
Projects in this course
- Project
Message Mixer
It's time to build fluency in JavaScript Modules. In this project, we're going to practice creating a modular program in a Node.js environment so you can hone your skills and feel confident taking them to the real world. Why? You don't want to copy and paste your functions from file to file. Learn to reuse them by exporting and importing. What's next? A mixer, creating goofy sentences, and more JavaScript. You got this! - Project
Rock-Paper-Scissors
Practice creating an HTTP server using Node.js to create a Rock-Paper-Scissors game on the web!
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Senior Curriculum Developer at Codecademy Learn Node.js course ratings and reviews
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- I loved this course. This course is perfect for learning how to build modern, modular JS applications.Karthika G.Verified Learner
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- Was an incredible way to knew NodeJS. A great beginner guide!Irving V.Verified Learner
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Frequently asked questions about Node.js
Node.js is an open-source, server-side runtime environment. It’s cross-platform, so you can run it on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and it uses the JavaScript programming language.
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- Article
Setting Up Node Locally
Learn how to download Node on your local machine, so you can use the powerful Node.js runtime from your own computer. - Article
What is Node?
Learn about Node.js, a JavaScript runtime for building server-side or desktop applications. - Article
Setting Up Node
Install Node on your computer to utilize Node packages
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