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Angular the series Part 2: Environment setup

   

    Welcome back to our Angular series! In this part, we'll guide you through setting up your development environment to prepare for your first Angular project.

1. Install Node.js and npm

    Angular relies on Node.js for its runtime and npm (Node Package Manager) to manage project dependencies.
  • Download Node.js: Visit the official Node.js website and download the latest LTS (Long Term Support) version suitable for your operating system.
  • Install Node.js: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions. The installation includes npm.
  • Verify Installation: Open your terminal (MacOS/Linux) or PowerShell (Windows) and run
Terminalnode -v
npm -v
You should see the installed versions of Node.js and npm.

2. Install Angular CLI

    The Angular CLI (Command Line Interface) is a powerful tool that simplifies the development process by handling project initialization, configuration, and more.
  • Install Angular CLI: Run the following command in your terminal or PowerShell:
Terminalnpm install -g @angular/cli

  • Verify Installation: After installation, check the version by running:
Terminalng version
This will display the installed Angular CLI version along with other related packages.

  • Explore CLI Commands: To see a list of available Angular CLI commands, run:
Terminalng help


3. Choose a Code Editor

Selecting a suitable code editor enhances your development experience. Here are two popular options:
  • Visual Studio Code: A free, open-source editor with extensive extensions for Angular development.
  • WebStorm: A powerful IDE tailored for JavaScript and Angular development.
Choose the one that best fits your workflow and preferences.


With your environment set up, you're now ready to create your first Angular application. In the next part of this series, we'll walk you through initializing a new Angular project and understanding its structure.
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