Node.js is one of the most popular open-source server environments. Based on JavaScript, it is versatile and compatible with various platforms (Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS X, etc.).

Setting up Node.js from DirectAdmin:

1. Log in to your **DirectAdmin **account.

2. Go to the Extra Features section and click on Setup Node.js App.

1. Click on CREATE APPLICATION.

1. Enter the details for the application you want to create in the following fields:

Node.js version: Select the appropriate Node.js version for your application. DirectAdmin recommends version 10.24.1.

Application Mode: Set the value for the NODE_ENV variable to Development or Production.

Application Root: This is the user’s application directory where you will upload your application files.

Application URL: This is the HTTP/HTTPS link pointing to your application’s URL.

Application Start File: Enter the appropriate start file for your application. For example, we used main.js for our application.

Passenger Log File: Define a path for your log file name, as shown in the screenshot.

1. Once you’ve filled in all the details, click SAVE.

Managing a Node.js application:

Stopping Node.js: Click the Stop icon, as shown in the screenshot.

Starting Node.js: The start icon will switch back to the stop icon. Other functions are explained as shown in the screenshot of a running application.

Restarting: Click the Restart icon for the application that has already started. Restarting unlocks blocked applications.

Editing: Click the Pencil icon. The application tab opens where you can edit fields and set new values for the application.

Deleting: Click the Trash icon. A confirmation pop-up will appear. Click Agree, and the application will be removed from the Web Applications table, displaying a confirmation message.

If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out via Discord or create a support ticket through this link.