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Understanding NPM - Node.js Package Manager

Understand and practice NPM. Learn how to use NPM in Node.js, how to install NPM packages, how to configure NPM scripts.

Bogdan Stashchuk

Created by Bogdan Stashchuk

Get hands-on with NPM and discover how to manage Node.js projects more efficiently. Explore package installation, dependency management, and script automation to streamline your development workflow. Gain practical skills that help you confidently use NPM in real-world projects.

Packt | Oct 2018 | 133 min

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LevelBeginner
CategoriesWeb & Application Development, Full Stack Web Development Concepts and Tools, Node.js, JavaScript

What You Will Learn

You will start by initializing projects and installing dependencies, then move on to configuring scripts and managing versions. Through practical examples, you will see how each NPM feature fits into everyday development. By the end, you will be comfortable using NPM to organize and automate your Node.js projects.

Key Features

  • Set up and manage project dependencies using NPM commands and configuration files
  • Automate tasks by creating and combining custom and built-in NPM scripts
  • Understand semantic versioning and how to handle updates and executable scripts

Target Audience

Ideal for JavaScript developers with some Node.js experience who want to deepen their understanding of NPM. If you are looking to improve your workflow, manage dependencies with confidence, and automate project tasks, you will find practical value here.

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