Ever wondered what really happens under the hood in Node.js? Dive deep into the Node.js Event Loop, its phases, process.nextTick, and how Node handles asynchronous operations with a single thread.

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Gain an understanding of Node.js by exploring its event loop, single-threaded JavaScript execution, and asynchronous I/O management using the libuv library. Learn why the event loop is crucial for efficient backend development and review the phases and mechanisms that handle server-side operations.

How Node.js Works Behind the Scenes