Description:
Open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Oct 30, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@nodejs |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
javascript
runtime
backend
typescript
server
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Install:
brew install node@16
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About:
Node.js 16 is the LTS (Long Term Support) release line of the Node.js JavaScript runtime. It allows developers to execute JavaScript code outside of a web browser, enabling the construction of scalable network applications and backend services. This version provides a stable foundation with extended maintenance for production environments.
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Key Features:
- Long Term Support (LTS) for stability
- Native ES Modules support
- Built-in package manager (npm)
- Event-driven, non-blocking I/O model
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Use Cases:
- Building scalable backend APIs and microservices
- Developing command-line interface (CLI) tools
- Server-side rendering (SSR) for web applications
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Alternatives:
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node@18
– Newer LTS version with updated V8 engine and features
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bun
– Faster, all-in-one runtime with native bundler and test runner
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