How to Install Node.js with npm on Ubuntu (Linux) | Complete Step-by-Step Guide
In this beginner-friendly tutorial, you’ll learn **how to install Node.js with npm on Ubuntu Linux** using the safest and most recommended methods. Whether you're building backend apps, working with JavaScript frameworks like React/Next.js, or setting up development tools, this guide will walk you through everything you need to get Node.js and npm running smoothly on your Ubuntu machine.
We cover multiple installation methods so you can choose what works best for your workflow — from using the official NodeSource repository to installing Node.js via NVM (Node Version Manager).
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### **In This Video, You Will Learn:**
✅ What Node.js and npm are
✅ How to update and upgrade Ubuntu
✅ How to install Node.js + npm using NodeSource (recommended)
✅ How to install Node.js using Ubuntu’s default repositories
✅ How to install Node.js using NVM (best for managing multiple versions)
✅ How to check installed versions (`node -v`, `npm -v`)
✅ How to switch between Node.js versions using NVM
✅ How to uninstall or remove Node.js
✅ How to fix common errors: permission issues, PATH errors, npm not recognized
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### **Installation Methods Covered:**
#### **1. Install Node.js Using NodeSource PPA** (Latest version)
* Add the NodeSource repository
* Install Node.js & npm in one command
* Great for production-ready setups
#### **2. Install Node.js Using NVM (Node Version Manager)**
* Install NVM
* Install a
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