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The Node Package Manager

npm·1 min read·Jan 1, 2025

npm, short for Node Package Manager, is the default package manager for Node.js that comes pre-installed with every distribution.

In short, npm is used to:

  • Download and use packages for your Node.js applications.

  • Download and use standalone command-line interface tools.

  • Coordinate package maintenance across your organization.

  • Share code with other developers around the world.

  • Find other developers who are working on similar problems.

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