About Node-RED
Node-RED is a browser-based flow editor that simplifies building event-driven applications by wiring together flows using a wide range of nodes. Built on Node.js, it is lightweight and ideal for running at the edge or in the cloud, with over 5,000 community-contributed nodes available. Flows are stored in JSON for easy sharing and reuse, making it accessible for users of all backgrounds, from home automation to industrial control systems.
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Node-RED is a flow-based programming tool designed for event-driven applications. It allows users to collect, transform, and visualize real-time data, making it suitable for home automation, industrial control systems, and more.
You can get started with Node-RED by visiting the 'Get Started' section on their website, which provides guides for running Node-RED locally, in Docker, on devices like Raspberry Pi, or in the cloud.
Node-RED is open-source and free to use. It is built on Node.js and supported by an active community that has created over 5,000 nodes and flows.
Yes, Node-RED is designed to be easily extended. The community has already shared over 5,000 nodes, and you can add new capabilities by extending the range of palette nodes.
Node-RED flows are stored using JSON, which can be easily imported and exported. You can also share your flows with the world using the online flow library.
Node-RED was originally developed by the IBM Emerging Technology Services team and is now part of the OpenJS Foundation. It was created by Nick O'Leary and Dave Conway-Jones.
Support for Node-RED can be found through the community forum, Slack team, Stack Overflow, and GitHub. Additionally, there is a blog and documentation available on the Node-RED website.
Node-RED is lightweight and can run on low-cost hardware such as the Raspberry Pi, as well as in the cloud. It is built on Node.js, making it ideal for edge computing.
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