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The MERN stack is a popular technology stack for building modern web applications. It consists of four key technologies, all JavaScript-based, making it highly suitable for full-stack development:
- MongoDB — NoSQL database for storing application data in a flexible, JSON-like format.
- Express.js — Lightweight Node.js web framework for building server-side applications and APIs.
- React.js — Front-end JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
- Node.js — JavaScript runtime environment for executing server-side code.
Why Choose the MERN Stack?
- JavaScript Everywhere: Unified language for front-end and back-end development.
- Scalability: Suitable for small to enterprise-grade applications.
- Flexibility: Build SPAs, mobile apps, or full-scale web applications.
- Rich Ecosystem: Leverage npm packages and a large developer community.