Getting started with Angular 14

Angular is a popular front-end web development framework used to build robust, scalable, and dynamic web applications. If you’re new to Angular, getting started can seem daunting, but with a little guidance, you can start building Angular applications in no time. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to get started with Angular 14.

Step 1: Install Node.js

Before you can start using Angular, you need to install Node.js, which is a JavaScript runtime that allows you to run JavaScript on your computer. To install Node.js, go to the official Node.js website and download the latest version for your operating system. Once the download is complete, install Node.js by following the instructions provided.

Step 2: Install the Angular CLI

The Angular CLI (Command Line Interface) is a powerful tool that makes it easy to create, manage, and build Angular applications. To install the Angular CLI, open a command prompt or terminal window and enter the following command:

npm install -g @angular/cli

This will install the Angular CLI globally on your system.

Step 3: Create a new Angular project

With Node.js and the Angular CLI installed, you’re ready to create your first Angular project. To create a new project, open a command prompt or terminal window and enter the following command:

ng new my-app

This will create a new Angular project called “my-app” in a new directory with the same name. The Angular CLI will prompt you to choose several options for your project, such as whether to use routing and which stylesheet format to use. You can choose the options that best suit your needs or accept the defaults.

Step 4: Run the application

Now that you’ve created a new Angular project, you can run it to see it in action. To run the application, navigate to the project directory by entering the following command:

cd my-app

Then, start the development server by entering the following command:

ng serve

This will start the development server and launch your application in a web browser. By default, the application will be available at http://localhost:4200/.

Step 5: Start coding!

With your Angular project up and running, you’re ready to start coding. The Angular CLI has already created a basic application with a few components, so you can start modifying the code to suit your needs. You can find the source code for your project in the src directory, which contains several subdirectories for different types of code, such as app, assets, and environments.

To create a new component, you can use Angular CLI to generate the necessary files. For example, to create a new component called “hello”, enter the following command:

ng generate component hello

This will generate a new component in the app directory, along with the necessary files for the component. You can then modify the code for the component in the generated files.

Conclusion

In this article, we’ve shown you how to get started with Angular 14 by installing Node.js, the Angular CLI, and creating a new Angular project. With your project up and running, you’re ready to start building powerful, dynamic web applications using Angular. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just getting started with web development, Angular is a great framework to learn and use.