Node.js v9.10.1 for AIX PPC64

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that enables JavaScript execution outside the browser. Created by Ryan Dahl in 2009, Node.js is designed for high-performance web servers and network applications. It operates on the V8 JavaScript engine from Google Chrome and is compatible with operating systems including Windows, Linux, Unix, and macOS. Key features include its event-driven, non-blocking I/O model, which is ideal for handling numerous concurrent connections, making it suitable for real-time applications such as online games and chat services. Node.js also uses a modular architecture with npm (Node package manager) to facilitate code sharing and reuse, contributing to its ecosystem's growth. Beyond server-side development, Node.js is utilized for toolchains, desktop applications, and IoT devices. Its capabilities include file system management, database operations, and network request handling, enabling developers to create full-stack applications with JavaScript, thereby enhancing development efficiency. Major companies like Netflix, PayPal, and Walmart use Node.js for its performance and streamlined development processes.