How long does it take to learn Node.js?
With solid JavaScript, you can learn Node.js basics in 2 to 4 weeks. Building a real backend with Express, databases, and auth takes 2 to 3 months of consistent practice.
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Yes. Node.js is JavaScript on the server, so weak JavaScript fundamentals make Node.js twice as hard. Be comfortable with functions, closures, promises, async/await, and ES modules before starting.
Both, but build more than you watch. After every concept, write the code from scratch in a blank file. Watching is passive; building is what actually teaches you.
Yes, Node.js is often the entry point to backend development. But you will learn backend concepts along the way: servers, APIs, databases, auth, and deployment.
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