V8 JavaScript Engine

The V8 JavaScript Engine is a software component developed by Google that makes web pages interactive by running JavaScript code efficiently. It translates the code into a form the computer's processor can understand quickly, enabling faster website performance. V8 is used in Google Chrome and other browsers, as well as in server environments like Node.js, helping websites and apps respond smoothly and load faster. Its ability to optimize code execution improves user experience and supports complex web applications.