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# [What is Node.js? JavaScript on the Server Explained](https://terminal-thoughts.hashnode.dev/what-is-node-js-javascript-on-the-server-explained?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn how Node.js uses the V8 engine and event-driven architecture to bring JavaScript to the server for fast, scalable applications.

May 10 · 5 min read · terminal-thoughts.hashnode.dev  
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