Node.js

[noʊd dɒt dʒeɪ ɛs]

noun

Node.js

1. An open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine, used for building server-side and networking applications

Node.js allows developers to write server applications in JavaScript.

Node.js permite que desenvolvedores escrevam aplicações de servidor em JavaScript.

2. A platform for executing JavaScript code outside of a web browser, enabling full-stack development with a single programming language

Many companies use Node.js to build scalable web applications.

Muitas empresas usam Node.js para construir aplicações web escaláveis.

Node.js is a universal technology term used identically across English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, it has become increasingly important with the growth of tech startups (startups) and digital transformation initiatives. Portuguese speakers in tech communities typically use the English term 'Node.js' rather than attempting translation, maintaining consistency with international software development practices.

Synonyms / Sinônimos

Node JavaScript runtime server-side JavaScript platform

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

Node.js

Used as-is in technical contexts; sometimes referred to as 'Nó ponto jê ês' when pronounced in Portuguese

São Paulo

Node.js

Tech hub usage; commonly used in startup and enterprise development communities

Rio de Janeiro

Node.js

Growing adoption in tech industry; used interchangeably with English term

Portugal

Node.js

Used identically; no Portuguese alternative exists in professional contexts

Related Words

JavaScript Express.js npm backend development V8 engine event-driven architecture

Related Idioms & Phrases

build with Node.js

Node.js stack

Node.js ecosystem

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