Node.js evolves quickly, and keeping up with what actually matters can be difficult. This talk offers a curated overview of the most important changes across the Node.js ecosystem over the past year, focusing on what has real impact for developers and teams.

The session covers key updates in the runtime, including performance improvements, security changes, and notable additions to core APIs. It also looks at shifts in tooling, release practices, and ecosystem trends that influence how Node.js applications are built and maintained in production.

Rather than walking through release notes, the talk connects changes to real-world implications. It highlights why certain updates matter, what problems they solve, and what developers should pay attention to when upgrading or planning future work.

The goal is to give attendees a clear and practical picture of where Node.js is today and how the past year’s changes shape the road ahead.

A practical overview of the most relevant Node.js changes from the past year, focused on real impact rather than release notes.