How to Install Node.js on AlmaLinux 10

Node.js is a popular JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 engine. It is widely used for web development, REST APIs, command-line tools, and modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, Angular, and Next.js.

This guide explains how to install the latest Node.js version on AlmaLinux 10 using the official NodeSource repository. It also covers verifying the installation, updating Node.js, uninstalling it, and troubleshooting common issues.

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Prerequisites

Before installing Node.js, ensure that:

* AlmaLinux 10 is installed.

* You have a user account with sudo privileges.

* The system has Internet access.

It is also recommended to update all existing packages first.

sudo dnf update -y

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Step 1. Check Whether Node.js Is Already Installed

Check whether Node.js already exists on your system.

node -v

Check the npm version.

npm -v

If both commands return **command not found**, continue with the installation.

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Step 2. Add the NodeSource Repository

The NodeSource repository provides newer Node.js releases than the default AlmaLinux repositories.

Download and configure the repository.

curl -fsSL https://rpm.nodesource.com/setup_current.x | sudo bash -

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Step 3. Install Node.js

Install Node.js and npm.

sudo dnf install nodejs -y

After installation finishes, Node.js and npm are ready to use.

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Step 4. Verify the Installation

Verify the installed Node.js version.

node -v

Verify npm.

npm -v

Example output:

v24.x.x
11.x.x

The exact version depends on the latest release available when you install Node.js.

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Step 5. Create a Simple Test Program

Create a new file.

nano hello.js

Add the following code.

javascript

console.log("Hello, Node.js!");

Run the program.

node hello.js

Expected output:

Hello, Node.js!

This confirms that Node.js is working correctly.

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Step 6. Update Node.js

Refresh package information.

sudo dnf update

Upgrade Node.js.

sudo dnf upgrade nodejs

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Step 7. Uninstall Node.js

If Node.js is no longer required, remove it.

sudo dnf remove nodejs

Optionally clean unused packages.

sudo dnf autoremove

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Common Issues

### node: command not found

Node.js is not installed or is not included in your PATH.

Verify the installation.

rpm -q nodejs

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### npm: command not found

Normally npm is installed together with Node.js.

Reinstall Node.js.

sudo dnf reinstall nodejs

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### Repository Not Available

If the NodeSource repository cannot be reached, verify your Internet connection and firewall configuration, then rerun the repository setup command.

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Frequently Asked Questions

### Does Node.js include npm?

Yes.

The NodeSource package installs npm together with Node.js.

### Which installation method is recommended?

Using the official NodeSource repository is recommended because it provides newer releases than the default AlmaLinux repository.

### Can multiple Node.js versions be installed?

Yes.

If you need multiple versions, consider installing **nvm (Node Version Manager)** instead of using the system package.

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Conclusion

Installing Node.js on AlmaLinux 10 is straightforward using the official NodeSource repository. After installation, you can immediately begin developing JavaScript applications, REST APIs, automation scripts, and modern frontend projects.

For a complete development environment, you may also install Git, Docker, Redis, Nginx, and other development tools on AlmaLinux 10.