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Step 2 of 8: Windows

Node.js LTS version

Node.js is nothing scary; it’s just some software needed for the kit.

Node.js is very easy to install.

The kit is designed to work with Node.js LTS (Long Term Support) version 22, 24 or 26.

1. Check if you have Node.js

In the Command Prompt enter: node --version

If it says:

  • command not found
  • ‘node’ is not recognised…
  • Error 0x2 starting node.exe --version
  • or another number such as 0.12 or 5.x.x

Then you will need to download and install Node.js LTS version 22, 24 or 26.

If the version number starts with 22, 24 or 26

You have the correct version installed and can go to step 3.

2. Downloader and install Node.js LTS version

Download Node.js LTS version 22, 24 or 26.

Run the installer with all default options.

Download and install Node.js (opens in new window).

3. Check if Node.js is installed properly

You’ll need to quit and restart the Command Prompt to be able to use Node.js for the first time.

To check it is installed correctly you can run node --version.

If it’s installed correctly it should show a number starting with 22, 24 or 26:

Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.14393]
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C:\Users\florence>node --version
v26.13.0

C:\Users\florence>