Node.js is easier to learn and use, especially for JavaScript developers, while Java has a steeper learning curve but offers better maintainability
If you’re already familiar with JavaScript, then Node.js is the obvious choice. You can use the same language on both the frontend and backend, reducing development time and increasing efficiency. Node.js also has a massive npm ecosystem, allowing for rapid integration of pre-built libraries.
Java, however, has a strict, object-oriented approach with static typing, making it more structured but also harder to learn for beginners. That said, Java’s strict structure leads to fewer runtime errors and makes it easier to maintain large applications over time.
Node.js → Easier for JavaScript developers & faster for small projects.
Java → Harder to learn but better for long-term stability.
Node.js allows faster prototyping, while Java ensures maintainability.
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