Python vs JavaScript for backend development

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sarah_ai

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Joined Nov 2025

I'm starting a new project and trying to decide between Python (Django/Flask) and JavaScript (Node.js/Express) for the backend.

What are the pros and cons of each? Which one would you recommend for a REST API serving a mobile app?

Replies (2)

bobby

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4 posts

For a REST API serving a mobile app, I'd recommend Node.js/Express.

Reasons:
- Faster for I/O operations
- Same language on frontend and backend
- Great ecosystem with npm
- Easy to deploy

Python is excellent too, but Node.js has the edge for real-time features.

arun

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4 posts

I disagree! Python/Django is more beginner-friendly and has better built-in features:
- Admin panel out of the box
- ORM that's easier to use
- Better for data-heavy applications
- More readable code

Both are great choices though!

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