node-intro Flashcards
1
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What is Node.js?
A
Node.js is a JavaScript runtime environment program that allows JavaScript to be run outside of a web browser (asynchronously).
2
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What can Node.js be used for?
A
It is commonly used to build back ends for Web applications, command-line programs, or any kind of automation that developers wish to perform.
3
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What is a REPL?
A
A read-eval-print loop is a simple programming environment that takes single user inputs, executes them, and returns the result to user; it is executed piecewise.
4
Q
When was Node.js created?
A
May 27, 2009
5
Q
What back end languages have you heard of?
A
JavaScript, Python, PHP, Ruby, Java
