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Node.js VPS
Node.js is a JavaScript-based runtime environment used for developing various types of applications. Its flexibility and power make it ideal for both simple scripts and complex, scalable applications. It is often used for developing real-time Web apps, RESTful APIs and real-time applications using WebSockets. In addition, Node.js supports microservices development, making it an excellent choice for companies that need rapidly scalable and efficient backend solutions.
With a Node.js VPS(Virtual Private Server), you have the freedom to harness the full power in an environment specifically tailored to your needs. You get full control over your server, resulting in better performance, more security and customizability compared to shared hosting.
A VPS allows developers to take advantage of scalability, which is essential for applications that need to handle large amounts of users or traffic. In addition, developers can configure the server to their needs, including installing specific libraries, frameworks and tools needed for their project.
Whether you want to develop a real-time chat application, a streaming platform or a complex API, Node.js on a VPS gives you the performance and flexibility needed to make your project successful.
Included software
- Ubuntu 24.04
- Node.js
- NPM
- NGINX
- PM2
Connecting via SSH
For certain operations, it may be convenient to connect to your VPS via SSH. You can read how to do that here: https://hosting.nl/support/hoe-maak-ik-verbinding-met-mijn-vps/ Place your Application in the folder /var/www/{$domain}/Getting started with NodeJS
In the folder /var/www/{$domain}/ the "Hello World application" is already active, you can test its operation by going in your browser to https://pm2 restart $domain