Node.js v16.20.2 for Linux ARMv7l

Node.js is a popular cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment. It allows running JavaScript code outside of the browser. Created by Ryan Dahl in 2009, Node.js aims to provide a high-performance platform for web servers and network applications. It is based on the V8 JavaScript engine from Google Chrome and can run on various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, Unix, and Mac OS X. One of the key features of Node.js is its event-driven and non-blocking I/O model, making it ideal for handling concurrent connections and building real-time applications like online games, chat applications, and messaging services. Additionally, Node.js adopts a modular architecture and leverages npm (Node package manager) for code sharing and reuse, contributing to the growth and expansion of the Node.js ecosystem. Node.js is not limited to server-side development. It is also used for building toolchains, desktop applications, and IoT devices. With its capabilities in handling file systems, databases, and network requests, developers can write full-stack applications in JavaScript, greatly improving development efficiency and convenience. Node.js has been adopted by many large enterprises and organizations, including Netflix, PayPal, and Walmart, to enhance application performance, simplify development processes, and respond quickly to market demands.