Introduction
Managing multiple versions of Node.js on your Ubuntu system is crucial for development. Node Version Manager (NVM) simplifies this process, allowing you to switch between different versions effortlessly.
Step-by-Step Installation
- Update Your System:
sudo apt update
- Install Curl:
sudo apt install curl
- Download and Install NVM:
curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.39.0/install.sh | bash
- Activate NVM:
export NVM_DIR="$([ -z "${XDG_CONFIG_HOME-}" ] && printf %s "${HOME}/.nvm" || printf %s "${XDG_CONFIG_HOME}/nvm")"
[ -s "$NVM_DIR/nvm.sh" ] && \. "$NVM_DIR/nvm.sh" # This loads nvm
- Verify NVM Installation:
nvm --version
- Install Node.js Using NVM:
nvm install node
- Set Default Node.js Version:
nvm alias default node
- Check Installed Node.js Version:
node --version
Managing Node.js Versions
- Install Specific Version:
nvm install <version>
- Switch Node.js Version:
nvm use <version>
- List Installed Versions:
nvm ls
- Uninstall Node.js Version:
nvm uninstall <version>
Conclusion
Using NVM on Ubuntu provides flexibility and control over your Node.js environment, making development smoother and more efficient.
To know how to install the NVM on Windows please have a look:
How to install NVM(Node Version Manager) on Windows
To learn about the Docker basics please have a look:
What is Docker and why do we use it?
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