node

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment. It provides a scalable environment for executing JavaScript code on servers and other platforms, moving the language beyond the browser. Key aspects of the project include: * **Release Cycle**: The project maintains 'Current' releases for active development (with major updates every 6 months) and 'LTS' (Long Term Support) releases focused on stability and security for production environments. * **Distribution**: Binaries, installers, and source tarballs are provided, along with SHA checksums and PGP signatures for verification. * **Governance**: The project operates under an open governance model supported by the OpenJS Foundation, managed by a Technical Steering Committee (TSC), collaborators, and triagers. * **Documentation**: Comprehensive API documentation is available for both the latest current and version-specific releases.