What is Express.js used for?

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Express.js is primarily used for building web applications and APIs. As a minimal and flexible Node.js web application framework, it simplifies the development of server-side applications. Express.js provides robust features for web and mobile applications, such as routing, middleware support, and template engines. It's widely used to create RESTful APIs and handle HTTP requests efficiently. Due to its lightweight nature and extensive community support, Express.js is ideal for developing scalable and high-performance applications, making it a popular choice among developers for backend development.

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