How to Install Node.js on AlmaLinux 9

To install Node.js on AlmaLinux 9, follow these steps:

Step 1 : Update the System

First, update your system packages to ensure everything is up to date:

sudo dnf update -y

Step 2 : Download the NodeSource Setup Script

Use curl to download the setup script for Node.js 23:

curl -fsSL https://rpm.nodesource.com/setup_23.x -o nodesource_setup.sh

Step 3 : Run the Setup Script

Execute the downloaded script to enable the Node.js repository:

sudo bash nodesource_setup.sh

Step 4 : Install Node.js

Now, install Node.js and npm using the following command:

sudo dnf install -y nodejs

Step 5 : Verify Node.js Installation

Check if Node.js is installed correctly by running:

node -v

Step 6 : Verify npm Installation

Ensure npm is also installed by checking its version:

npm -v

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Node.js and npm on AlmaLinux 9.