No, Node.js is not limited to server-side scripting. While Node.js is commonly used for building server-side applications such as web servers, APIs, and microservices, it can also be used for a variety of other purposes, including:
- Command-line Tools: Node.js can be used to build command-line tools and scripts for automating tasks, performing system administration, or interacting with APIs and services.
- Desktop Applications: Node.js, combined with frameworks like Electron or NW.js, can be used to develop cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- IoT (Internet of Things): Node.js can be used to develop applications for IoT devices, leveraging its lightweight runtime, event-driven architecture, and support for networking protocols.
- Real-time Applications: Node.js is well-suited for building real-time applications such as chat applications, collaborative editing tools, multiplayer games, and live data dashboards, thanks to its non-blocking I/O and event-driven nature.
- Backend Services: Node.js can be used to build backend services and APIs for mobile applications, web applications, and other clients, providing a scalable and performant backend infrastructure.
Node.js is a versatile runtime environment that can be used for a wide range of applications beyond server-side scripting, making it a popular choice for developers across different domains.
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