Node.js vs Django
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description: Node.js is a JavaScript runtime for full-stack development with non-blocking I/O and event-driven architecture, while Django is a Python web framework emphasizing rapid development with built-in ORM, admin panel, and batteries-included structure. Node.js excels for real-time applications and I/O-heavy workloads, while Django prioritizes developer productivity and convention-over-configuration.
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author: A Versus B
publisher: A Versus B
about: Node.js
about: Django
abstract: Node.js is a JavaScript runtime for full-stack development with non-blocking I/O and event-driven architecture, while Django is a Python web framework emphasizing rapid development with built-in ORM, admin panel, and batteries-included structure. Node.js excels for real-time applications and I/O-heavy workloads, while Django prioritizes developer productivity and convention-over-configuration.
text: Language & Runtime. Architecture Model. Built-in Features. Typical Project Setup Time. Real-time Capabilities. Learning Curve. Scalability Model
conclusion text: Choose Node.js if you're building real-time applications (chat, dashboards), need maximum concurrency with minimal resources, or prefer full-stack JavaScript development. Choose Django if you prioritize rapid prototyping, need a robust admin interface and ORM out-of-the-box, or have a team experienced with Python. Node.js wins on performance for I/O-heavy workloads; Django wins on time-to-MVP and developer satisfaction.
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  value: Node.js: Baseline (1x) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: ~100-150 MB | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 10,000-50,000 connections typical | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Node.js 22 LTS (2024) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Native in Node.js 22 LTS (no transpilation needed) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Native WebSocket + Socket.io ecosystem | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 97M weekly | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 77% | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Requires ts-node | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Unrestricted access | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 6 months | Django: N/A
additional property: Job Market Demand (2024)
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  value: Node.js: 209,000+ | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 18+ years (since 2009) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 2.3M packages | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: ~150ms | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 89% | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 30 months per LTS | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 50-100ms | Django: 200-400ms
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  value: Node.js: 10,000+ | Django: 100-500
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additional property: Time to First Working App
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  value: Node.js: 4-8 | Django: 1-2
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  value: Node.js: No (requires Sequelize, TypeORM, etc.) | Django: Yes (Django ORM with migrations)
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  value: Node.js: 103K | Django: 77,000+
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additional property: Admin Panel Included
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  value: Node.js: No (requires manual build) | Django: Yes (auto-generated)
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  value: Node.js: 12,500 | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 28% | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 2,300,000 (npm, 2026) | Django: 500K packages
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  value: Node.js: 100% | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 16 years (2009) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 8 (TensorFlow.js, OpenAI API, etc.) | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 2,100,000 | Django: N/A
additional property: Global Job Openings (2024)
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  value: Node.js: 765,000 | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: $118,000 | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 7.5 (async concepts challenging) | Django: N/A
additional property: CPU-Bound Task Performance vs JavaScript
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  value: Node.js: 1.0x (baseline) | Django: N/A
additional property: Typical Startup Time
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  value: Node.js: 50-200ms | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 10,000+ | Django: N/A
additional property: ML/AI Library Maturity
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  value: Node.js: 15% of ML projects | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: 5-15ms | Django: N/A
additional property: Memory Usage (Hello World)
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  value: Node.js: 25-35MB | Django: N/A
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  value: Node.js: Moderate (async concepts required) | Django: N/A
additional property: GitHub Stars (as of 2026)
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  value: Node.js: 108,000+ | Django: 80,000+ stars
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additional property: Memory Footprint (Baseline)
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  value: Node.js: 50-80 MB | Django: N/A
additional property: CPU-Bound Operations Performance
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  value: Node.js: ~2.5 M ops/sec | Django: N/A
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main entity: Which is faster: Node.js or Django?
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    text: Node.js is significantly faster for I/O-bound operations, handling 15,000-20,000 requests/second vs Django's 3,000-5,000 requests/second. However, Django performs better on CPU-intensive tasks. For real-time applications and high-concurrency scenarios, Node.js is the clear winner. For traditional request-response APIs, the difference is often negligible after optimization.
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main entity: Can I use Node.js and Django together?
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    text: Yes, many production systems use both. Common architectures include Django for backend business logic and data management, with Node.js handling real-time features via separate services or acting as an API gateway. This microservices approach leverages each framework's strengths—Django's ORM and security, Node.js's real-time capabilities.
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main entity: Which has better security built-in?
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    text: Django includes comprehensive security features out-of-the-box: CSRF protection, XSS prevention, SQL injection protection via ORM, and secure password hashing. Node.js requires explicit setup of security middleware (Helmet, express-validator). Django's batteries-included approach makes it harder to accidentally create security vulnerabilities, making it safer for teams without dedicated security expertise.
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main entity: Which is easier to learn?
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    text: Django is generally easier for beginners. Python's readable syntax, Django's clear MTV conventions, and excellent documentation provide a gentler learning curve (average 2-4 weeks to productivity). Node.js requires understanding asynchronous programming and callback patterns, extending the learning curve to 4-8 weeks. However, JavaScript familiarity gives web developers an advantage with Node.js.
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main entity: What about deployment and scaling costs?
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    text: Node.js typically requires fewer servers due to better concurrency handling—a single Node.js instance can handle 10,000+ concurrent connections vs Django's thread-pool limitations. For high-traffic sites, Node.js can reduce infrastructure costs by 30-50%. Django scales horizontally via multiple processes, which requires more servers but is simpler to manage. For small to medium projects, deployment costs are comparable.
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How to Choose Between Node.js and Django
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description: Node.js is a JavaScript runtime for full-stack development with non-blocking I/O and event-driven architecture, while Django is a Python web framework emphasizing rapid development with built-in ORM, admin panel, and batteries-included structure. Node.js excels for real-time applications and I/O-heavy workloads, while Django prioritizes developer productivity and convention-over-configuration.
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step: Consider: Language & Runtime
step: Consider: Architecture Model
step: Consider: Built-in Features
step: Consider: Typical Project Setup Time
step: Consider: Real-time Capabilities
step: Consider: Learning Curve
step: Consider: Scalability Model
tool: A Versus B Comparison Guide
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  text: Choose Node.js if you're building real-time applications (chat, dashboards), need maximum concurrency with minimal resources, or prefer full-stack JavaScript development. Choose Django if you prioritize rapid prototyping, need a robust admin interface and ORM out-of-the-box, or have a team experienced with Python. Node.js wins on performance for I/O-heavy workloads; Django wins on time-to-MVP and developer satisfaction.

Consider: Language & Runtime
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text: Language & Runtime: Node.js has JavaScript (V8 engine), while Django has Python.

Consider: Architecture Model
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text: Architecture Model: Node.js has Event-driven, non-blocking I/O, while Django has Synchronous, thread-based.

Consider: Built-in Features
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text: Built-in Features: Node.js has Minimal (use npm packages), while Django has Comprehensive (ORM, admin, auth).

Consider: Typical Project Setup Time
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text: Typical Project Setup Time: Node.js has 3-5 days (configure dependencies), while Django has 1-2 days (built-in scaffold).

Consider: Real-time Capabilities
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text: Real-time Capabilities: Node.js has Native support (WebSockets), while Django has Requires add-ons (Channels, Celery).

Consider: Learning Curve
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text: Learning Curve: Node.js has Moderate (async/await patterns), while Django has Gentle (clear conventions).

Consider: Scalability Model
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text: Scalability Model: Node.js has Horizontal (stateless, clustering), while Django has Horizontal with session management.

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I/O Throughput at Scale
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value: Node.js: ~15,000 req/sec | Django: N/A

Ecosystem Size
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value: Node.js: ~1.3M (npm) | Django: 70,000+ packages
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Production Maturity
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value: Node.js: 14 years (since 2009) | Django: N/A

Type Safety
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value: Node.js: Dynamic (TypeScript optional) | Django: N/A

Learning Curve for Beginners
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value: Node.js: ~2-3 months | Django: 4-6 months
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Throughput (Requests/Second)
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value: Node.js: 15,000-20,000 | Django: 3,000-5,000
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Available Packages/Modules
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value: Node.js: 97,000+ packages | Django: N/A

Professional Developer Adoption Rate
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value: Node.js: 92% of full-stack developers | Django: N/A

TypeScript Setup Complexity
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value: Node.js: 4-5 steps (tsconfig, tsc compiler, build tools) | Django: N/A

Production Runtime Maturity
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value: Node.js: 16+ years (since 2009) | Django: N/A

Security Model
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value: Node.js: No permission system (full access by default) | Django: N/A

Module System Standard
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value: Node.js: CommonJS + ES Modules (dual mode) | Django: N/A

Release Cadence (Major Versions)
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value: Node.js: 52 weeks (annual major releases) | Django: N/A

Startup Time (Hello World)
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value: Node.js: ~120ms typical | Django: N/A

Raw Execution Speed
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value: Node.js: 3,200,000 ops/sec | Django: N/A

Concurrent Connection Handling
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value: Node.js: ~10,000+ (event loop) | Django: N/A

Lines of Code for Basic API
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value: Node.js: 50-70 lines (Express.js) | Django: N/A

Memory Usage (idle server)
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value: Node.js: 75 MB | Django: N/A

Startup Time
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value: Node.js: 0.2-0.5 seconds | Django: ~300-500ms
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Developer Productivity (time to deploy MVP)
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value: Node.js: 40-60 hours | Django: N/A

Average Development Speed (MVP)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 3 weeks

Job Openings (Global, 2025)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 45,000

Average Page Load Time
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 145ms

Async Support Level
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Partial (optional, requires setup)

ML/AI Library Integration
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Excellent (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)

Developer Satisfaction (2025 Survey)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 82%

Average Request Response Time
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 65ms

Available Packages/Gems
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 500,000+

Time to Build Basic MVP
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 2-3 weeks

Job Market Postings (2025)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 28,000+

Throughput at Scale (Req/sec)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 2,500 req/sec

GitHub Stars
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 79,400+ stars

Memory Usage (base)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~50MB

Time to First API Endpoint
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 8-12 hours

Built-in Admin Dashboard
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Yes, auto-generated

Async Request Support
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Partial (3.1+)

Third-party Packages
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 13,000+ packages

Core Framework Size
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~2,100 KB

Request/Response Latency (simple GET)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 45-65 ms

Built-in Database ORM
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Django ORM (included)

Admin Interface
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Auto-generated from models

Weekly Downloads (PyPI)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 1,200 thousand

Minimal Project Setup Time
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 15-20

Stack Overflow Questions (all-time)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 3,800 thousand

Authentication Built-in
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Yes (user model, permissions, groups)

Time to Production (months)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 1.5-2

Throughput Capacity (requests/sec)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~5,000

Lines of Code per Feature
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 100

Available Job Openings (US, 2026)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~45K

Memory Usage (baseline app)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~150-200

Learning Curve (hours to 'Hello World')
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 4-6

Enterprise Adoption Rate
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~15%

Base Framework Size
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 11 MB

Admin Panel
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Auto-generated included

Requests/Second (Throughput)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~1,200 req/s

Learning Time to Proficiency
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 50 hours

Community Size (GitHub Stars)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 79k stars

Development Speed (Median Project Timeline)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 8-12 weeks

Median Response Latency
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 25ms

Requests Per Second (Single Instance)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 450 req/s

Time to Production (greenfield project)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 2-3 days

Initial Learning Hours
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 15-25 hours

Built-in Admin Panel
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Yes (Django Admin fully featured)

Memory Usage (hello world app)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 120MB

Time to First API (minutes)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 15-20

Native Dependency Injection
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: No (requires external frameworks)

Request Throughput (req/sec, hello-world)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 1,200-1,800

NPM Weekly Downloads
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Not applicable (Python package)

Language
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Python 3.8+

Time to Hello World
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 8-10 minutes

Built-in Authentication
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Yes, with Django-allauth extension

Available Third-Party Packages
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~430,000 (PyPI)

Minimum Server RAM Required
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 512 MB

Active Maintainers (2025)
type: PropertyValue
value: Node.js: N/A | Django: ~2,500 contributors

Request Throughput
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 8,000-12,000 req/s

Development Time (basic API)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 40-60 hours

Framework Age
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 16 years (since 2008)

Native Async Support
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Partial (Django 3.1+)

Automatic API Documentation
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Optional (via packages)

Time to Deploy First Feature (Days)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 3-4 days

Built-in Admin Interface
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: Automatic (requires 1-2 lines of code)

Package/Gem Count in Main Registry
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 500,000+ (PyPI)

Application Startup Time
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 120-150ms

Stack Overflow Questions (Annual 2025)
type: PropertyValue
value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 3.5M+ tagged questions

Typical Project Boilerplate Code Lines
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 500-800 lines (average CRUD app)

Available Data Science Libraries
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: NumPy, Pandas, TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-learn, PyTorch (native)

Job Market Openings (2025 USA)
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value: Node.js: N/A | Django: 45,000+ annual Django positions

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Module System Standard
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Release Cadence (Major Versions)
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Startup Time (Hello World)
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Raw Execution Speed
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Concurrent Connection Handling
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Lines of Code for Basic API
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Memory Usage (idle server)
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Startup Time
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Developer Productivity (time to deploy MVP)
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Job Openings (Global, 2025)
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Average Page Load Time
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Async Support Level
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ML/AI Library Integration
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Developer Satisfaction (2025 Survey)
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Average Request Response Time
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Available Packages/Gems
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Job Market Postings (2025)
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Throughput at Scale (Req/sec)
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GitHub Stars
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Memory Usage (base)
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Time to First API Endpoint
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Built-in Admin Dashboard
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Async Request Support
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Third-party Packages
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Core Framework Size
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Request/Response Latency (simple GET)
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Built-in Database ORM
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Admin Interface
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Weekly Downloads (PyPI)
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Minimal Project Setup Time
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Stack Overflow Questions (all-time)
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Authentication Built-in
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Time to Production (months)
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Throughput Capacity (requests/sec)
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Lines of Code per Feature
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Available Job Openings (US, 2026)
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Memory Usage (baseline app)
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Learning Curve (hours to 'Hello World')
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Enterprise Adoption Rate
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Base Framework Size
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Admin Panel
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Requests/Second (Throughput)
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Learning Time to Proficiency
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Community Size (GitHub Stars)
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Development Speed (Median Project Timeline)
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Median Response Latency
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Requests Per Second (Single Instance)
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Time to Production (greenfield project)
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Initial Learning Hours
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Built-in Admin Panel
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Memory Usage (hello world app)
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Time to First API (minutes)
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Native Dependency Injection
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NPM Weekly Downloads
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Language
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Time to Hello World
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Built-in Authentication
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Available Third-Party Packages
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Minimum Server RAM Required
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Active Maintainers (2025)
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Development Time (basic API)
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Framework Age
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Native Async Support
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Automatic API Documentation
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Built-in Admin Interface
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Package/Gem Count in Main Registry
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Application Startup Time
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Stack Overflow Questions (Annual 2025)
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Typical Project Boilerplate Code Lines
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Available Data Science Libraries
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Job Market Openings (2025 USA)
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