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Template literal notation uses the dollar sign and curly braces to signify a variable or an expression. For example: ${customerName} or ${customerName.trim()}.
EJS Notation
EJS Syntax allows you to both control the instruction output and its flow. Use the <%- someOutput %> syntax to control the instruction output. Use the <% code %> to control the flow. Template literals can be used together with EJS syntax desired.
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