Introduction

Node.js is a popular JavaScript runtime used for building server-side applications. nvm (Node Version Manager) is a tool that allows you to easily install and manage multiple Node.js versions. In this guide, we'll walk through the steps to install Node.js with nvm on Ubuntu 20.04.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure you have:

1. An Ubuntu 20.04 server or desktop environment
2. Basic knowledge of using the command line

Steps to Install Node.js with nvm

1. Install nvm: Download and install nvm using the install script:

curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.38.0/install.sh | bash

1. Load nvm: Load nvm into your shell session:

source ~/.bashrc

1. Install Node.js: Install the desired version of Node.js using nvm:

nvm install 

1. Set Default Node.js Version: Set the default Node.js version for your user:

nvm alias default 

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Node.js with nvm on your Ubuntu 20.04 system. You can now start developing applications using Node.js and leverage its powerful ecosystem for building server-side applications.