JavaScript

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Hostza is a cloud computing platform known for its comprehensive support for various types of services. This article explores the JavaScript features and support that Hostza provides.

Introduction

Before you begin, make sure you have Node.js and npm installed on your system. If you don’t have them yet, you can download them from the official Node.js website.

When preparing your Node.js project for deployment on Hostza, make sure to include the essential application files in a zip file.

Files to Exclude Before Upload

node_modules

This folder does not need to be uploaded, as it will be created during the installation process in the production environment.

package-lock.json

This file is not necessary because the production environment will install dependencies based on .package.json.

Why Exclude These Files?

There are several reasons to exclude and before uploading your project: node_modules, package-lock.json

1. Installation Consistency

   Not uploading the folder ensures dependencies are installed by the production environment, resulting in a consistent build free from local system discrepancies. node_modules

2. Up-to-Date Installations

   The production environment will install the latest compatible versions of listed dependencies, providing a clean start for your application. package.json

3. Reduced Upload Size

   Leaving these files out reduces the upload file size, speeding up the upload process and making deployment more efficient.

Required Files

Two files are required to host your Node.js project on Hostza:

mainFile.js/.ts (Example main file)

Main application file for Hostza to initialize your project.

package.json (Dependency File)

Your application’s dependency file for Hostza to read and install your project’s dependencies.

Hostza natively supports , running your project through ts-node, but it is always recommended to compile to since we are a production platform. TypeScript JavaScript

Uploading the Project to Hostza

After preparing your project files, you can now upload them to Hostza and host your project.