Using Node.js enables you to use a common language, TypeScript, on both the back-end and front-end of your application. We've used it at Galadrim on dozens of projects, using frameworks such as Express, Nest.js, Fastify and Adonis.
3 reasons to choose Node.js
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Node.js is fast
Thanks to its V8 execution engine and event-driven architecture, Node.js is particularly well suited to applications requiring high scalability and low latency.
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Node.js is versatile
Node.js lets you develop server applications, command-line tools and backend scripts. Its npm ecosystem offers a large number of libraries to accelerate development.
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Node.js is widely used
Node.js is the most widely used web framework according to the Stack Overflow 2023 survey. It is used by many companies, including Netflix, Uber, LinkedIn and PayPal.
Customer story
Galadrim supports DirectSkills, the French leader in temporary employment management, in the redesign of its business application from an aging technology (ColdFusion) to Node.js with Fastify. The overhaul was carried out using a TDD (Test Driven Development) approach with the Vitest tool.
Galadrim is a trusted partner who is deeply involved in our developments, from developers to managers.
François Chauvin
CEO
Galadmin
Galadmin is the Node.js-based back-office module we've released as open-source. Galadmin lets you create a complete back-office in just a few minutes. It is compatible with MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
Frequently asked questions about Node.js and TypeScript
What is npm and why is it used with Node.js?
npm is the Node.js package manager. It enables developers to install, update and manage the libraries and tools they need for their projects. In addition to providing an extensive package registry, npm facilitates the management of dependencies and project scripts.
What is TypeScript's main advantage over JavaScript?
TypeScript offers a static typing system that allows developers to specify the type of variables, functions, etc. This leads to better error detection at compile time, more intelligent autocompletion and improved code readability. This leads to better error detection at compile time, smarter autocompletion and improved code readability.
What is the Node.js event loop?
The event loop is Node.js' core mechanism for executing non-blocking code. It handles events and executes the associated callback functions when the event occurs or the task is completed.
Why is TypeScript a superset of JavaScript?
You could say that TypeScript is a superset of JavaScript, because all JavaScript code is also valid TypeScript code. TypeScript simply adds extra features, particularly around typing, that don't exist in pure JavaScript.