How to easily install the latest Node.js on an Ubuntu AWS EC2 instance

Node.js is a powerful JavaScript runtime that's essential for modern web development. However, using sudo apt-get install nodejs might not install the latest Node.js version. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to easily install the most recent Node.js release on your Ubuntu AWS EC2 instance.

Step 1: Update Your Package List

Before installing any new software, it’s a good practice to update your package list to ensure you have the latest information on the newest software available.

sudo apt update

Step 2: Install Curl if it is not installed

sudo apt-get install build-essential curl git

Step 3: Install the latest Node.js

curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_20.x | sudo -E bash - &&\
sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

Check newer Node.js version at link: https://deb.nodesource.com/

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