Installing Node.js on Mac for Beginners - Step-by-Step Guide

If you're new to programming and want to install Node.js on your Mac, don't worry! It's a pretty straightforward process that you can complete in just a few steps. We've put together this guide to help you through the process.

Step 1: Download the Node.js Installer

The first step is to download the Node.js installer from the official Node.js website at https://nodejs.org. Look for the download button for macOS and download the appropriate version for your system.

Step 2: Run the Installer

Once you've downloaded the installer, open your Downloads folder and double-click on the file to launch the installer. You'll see a welcome screen that will guide you through the installation process. Click on "Continue" to proceed.

Step 3: Accept the License Agreement

The next step is to review and accept the license agreement for Node.js. Take a moment to read through it and then click on "Continue" and "Agree" to accept the terms.

Step 4: Choose the Installation Location

You'll need to choose where to install Node.js. Unless you have a specific reason for changing it, you can stick with the default location. Click on "Install" to continue.

Step 5: Authenticate the Installation

To authenticate the installation, you'll be asked to enter your Mac's administrator password. Type it in and click on "Install Software" to start the installation.

Step 6: Installation Complete

Once the installation is finished, you'll see a confirmation screen. Click on "Close" to complete the installation.

Step 7: Verify the Installation

To make sure that Node.js is installed correctly, open the Terminal app on your Mac and type in "node -v" (without the quotes) and press Enter. This should display the version of Node.js that you installed.

Congratulations! You've successfully installed Node.js on your Mac. You're now ready to start exploring the world of Node.js and building your own applications. Have fun!

Check out these other blogs from Interntuts for the MERN introduction and brief.

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