Build a web server using Node.js without relying on frameworks in this comprehensive 39-minute tutorial for beginners. Learn foundational Node.js concepts by creating a server from scratch, covering topics such as importing modules, setting up a minimal server, handling content types, implementing routing and redirects, serving various file types including HTML, JSON, and images, and managing 404 errors. Gain practical experience in file path management, creating efficient server functions, and logging requests and errors. By the end of this hands-on guide, develop a solid understanding of Node.js server construction, preparing you for more advanced concepts like working with the Express.js framework in future lessons.