Welcome to the npm (Node Package Manager) documentation guide! 📚 npm is an essential tool for managing packages in Node.js projects. Below are key concepts and resources to help you get started.

📦 What is npm?

npm is a package manager for JavaScript, allowing you to install, manage, and share libraries and dependencies. It also provides a vast ecosystem of open-source packages.

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🔍 Key Features

  • Package Installation: Use npm install <package-name> to add dependencies.
  • Dependency Management: Automatically handles version conflicts and updates.
  • Script Execution: Run predefined scripts via npm run <script-name>.
  • Publishing Packages: Share your own packages to the npm registry.

📚 Useful Resources

If you're new to npm, start with our beginner-friendly tutorial:
/npm_tutorial

For advanced topics like workspace configuration or private packages, check out:
/npm_workspaces

📋 Common Commands

Command Description
npm init Create a package.json file.
npm install Install all dependencies listed in package.json.
npm uninstall Remove a package.
npm update Update installed packages.
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🧠 Best Practices

  1. Always use npm install with --save (or --save-dev for development tools).
  2. Keep package.json clean and organized.
  3. Regularly update dependencies to avoid security risks.
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Need further assistance? Explore our npm troubleshooting guide for solutions to common issues! 🛠️