Node.jsĀ® is a JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine.
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Node is great for simple, snappy HTTP(S) servers, and for stitching APIs together with minimal fuss or muss.
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+ Installing node via webi will:
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+ - pick a compatible version from the [Node Releases API](https://nodejs.org/dist/index.tab)
+ - download and unpack to `$HOME/.local/opt/node/`
+ - update your `PATH` in `$HOME/.config/envman/PATH.env`
+ - run `npm config set scripts-prepend-node-path=true`
+ - (prevents conflicts with other installed node versions)
+ - absolutely leave system file permisions alone
+ - (no dreaded `sudo npm` permission errors)
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