FAQ - Neptune DXP - Open Edition and Node.js

What is Node.js used for in the Neptune DXP - Open Edition?

The entire DXP - Open Edition is built on Node.js.

Does Neptune DXP - Open Edition come with Node.js?

Neptune DXP - Open Edition runtime is a package solution that comes with plugins, including Node.js. You can install your own Node.js on the same server and use your own plugins.

Can I extend Node.js with my custom callbacks?

You can add your custom server-side code with any npm dependency.

Do event callbacks run client-side or do they call Node.js handlers?

You can run callback both client-side and server-side.

How does Neptune DXP - Open Edition handle persistence?

Neptune DXP - Open Edition stores data on a file server and in a database. The supported database types are PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and SQLite. For a production setup, use PostgreSQL or Microsoft SQL Server.

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