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Node.js npm and Packages

Node.js npm and Packages

Section titled “Node.js npm and Packages”

npm is the standard package manager in the Node.js ecosystem. It is used for:

  • adding runtime and development dependencies
  • defining project scripts
  • publishing and consuming packages

Common Workflow

Section titled “Common Workflow”
Terminal window
npm init -y
npm install express
npm run test

Why Package Discipline Matters

Section titled “Why Package Discipline Matters”

The Node.js ecosystem moves quickly. Teams need clear dependency policies, reproducible lockfiles, and well-defined project scripts to keep large codebases maintainable.