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Should I learn PHP or Node.js for backend development in 2024?
Node.js has a modern ecosystem and uses JavaScript on both the client and server sides, making it more versatile than PHP.
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PHP is still widely used for content management systems like WordPress, but for new projects, Node.js offers more flexibility and scalability.
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If you’re working with legacy systems or building a CMS, PHP might be a better choice, but Node.js is more popular for modern web applications.
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Node.js has a large and active community, with extensive libraries for building APIs and handling real-time data.
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PHP’s popularity is declining for new projects, whereas Node.js is gaining ground, especially for developers already familiar with JavaScript.
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