Learning through Making – Getting Started with Node.js

[Dave Johnson]

In this post, I introduce the "Learning through Making" series, focusing on getting started with Node.js, an open-source runtime environment that enables the development of server-side applications using JavaScript. The article outlines the installation process for Node on Windows and Linux, emphasizing the importance of using the Current version for access to modern features. I provide a brief demonstration of Node's capabilities through its REPL, showcasing basic operations and array manipulation. The next steps involve setting up Node on a Raspberry Pi and exploring the npm community to build a functional web server.