Node Buffers: Managing Binary Data in Node.js

What is a buffer? In the world of programming, a buffer refers to an area of memory that is used to hold data temporarily. While JavaScript developers may not be familiar with this concept, it is commonly used by developers working with system programming languages like C, C++, or Go. Buffers are essentially fixed-size chunks of memory that store binary data. In Node.js, buffers are implemented using the Buffer class, which allows JavaScript developers to interact with binary data....

Understanding the ArrayBufferView Object and its Usage

The ArrayBufferView object serves as a subset of the ArrayBuffer, comprising an offset and a specific length. By creating an instance of the ArrayBufferView object, you gain access to three read-only properties: buffer: This property points to the original ArrayBuffer. byteOffset: It represents the offset on the buffer. byteLength: This property reveals the content’s length in bytes. Two examples of ArrayBufferView instances are Typed Arrays and DataViews. These objects play a crucial role in working with binary data and offer efficient ways to manipulate and interpret that data....