Reading--Notes

Node JS

What is node.js?

is an event-based, non-blocking, asynchronous I/O runtime that uses Google’s V8 JavaScript engine and libuv library.

## In your own words, what is Chrome’s V8 JavaScript Engine? is the open-source JavaScript engine that runs in Google Chrome and other Chromium-based web browsers, including Brave, Opera, and Vivaldi

What does it mean that node is a JavaScript runtime?

This means that Node.js is a program we can use to execute JavaScript on our computers.

What is npm?

npm is the world’s largest Software Registry.

What version of node are you running on your machine?

v12.14.1

What version of npm are you running on your machine?

10.18.1

What command would you type to install a library/package called ‘jshint’?

npm install -g jshint

What is node used for?

build tools come in all shapes and sizes, and you won’t get far in a modern JavaScript landscape without bumping into them. They can be used for anything from bundling your JavaScript files and dependencies into static assets, to running tests, or automatic code linting and style checking. —

Pair Programming

What are the 6 reasons for pair programming?

• Greater efficiency.
• Engaged collaboration.
• Learning from fellow students.
• Social skills.
• Job interview readiness.
• Work environment readiness.

In your experience, which of these reasons have you found most beneficial?

Social skills.

## How does pair programming work? very good