Overview

nvm (Node Version Manager) is a robust, POSIX-compliant bash script designed to simplify the management of multiple Node.js versions on your system. It empowers developers to effortlessly install, switch between, and manage different Node.js environments on a per-user and per-shell basis.

Key Features

• Multiple Version Management: Seamlessly install, manage, and switch between any Node.js version, from the latest releases to older LTS versions.
• Per-Shell Activation: nvm operates on a per-shell basis, ensuring your development environment is precisely configured for the task at hand without global system conflicts.
• Simple Installation & Updates: Install or update nvm with a single, straightforward command.
• Alias Support: Create custom aliases for Node.js versions for even quicker switching.
• .nvmrc Integration: Automatically use specific Node.js versions by simply placing a .nvmrc file in your project directory.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on any POSIX-compliant shell, including bash, zsh, and dash, across Unix, macOS, and Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
• Offline Installation: Supports offline installation of Node.js versions.
• Global Package Migration: Effortlessly migrate global packages between installed Node.js versions.

Typical Use Cases

• Developing for different Node.js versions: Easily switch between versions required by different projects or client specifications.
• Testing applications: Quickly verify your Node.js applications run correctly across multiple Node.js versions.
• Staying up-to-date: Adopt the latest Node.js features and security patches without disrupting your existing workflows.
• Experimenting with new Node.js releases: Try out beta or release candidate versions in an isolated environment.
• CI/CD pipelines: Configure consistent Node.js environments for automated builds and deployments.