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{: #nodejs_runtime}
The Node.js runtime on {{site.data.keyword.Bluemix}} is powered by the sdk-for-nodejs buildpack. The sdk-for-nodejs buildpack provides a complete runtime environment for Node.js apps. {: shortdesc}
The sdk-for-nodejs buildpack is used when the application contains a package.json file in the root directory.
{: #starter_application}
{{site.data.keyword.Bluemix}} provides a Node.js starter applications. The Node.js starter application is a simple Node.js app that provides a template that you can use for your app. You can experiment with the starter app, and make and push changes to the Bluemix environment See Using the starter applications for help with using the starter application.
{: #app_management} {{site.data.keyword.Bluemix}} provides a number of utilities for managing and debugging your Node.js app. See App Management for complete details.
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