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Node.js Management With NVM

If you ever find yourself juggling different versions of Node.js for various projects, I highly recommend using NVM (Node Version Manager). It's a simple tool that makes switching between Node.js versions super easy. Whether you're working on older projects or testing new features, NVM lets you manage multiple versions without any hassle. It’s been a real lifesaver for me. For installation and more detail check nvm repo.

With just a few commands, you can install, switch, or list Node.js versions. For example:

Check current version. 
nvm version
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List installed node versions. 
nvm ls
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or

nvm list
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Install LTS version. 
nvm install lts
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Install specific version. 
nvm install <version>
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Like:

nvm install 18.05.0
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Switch between installed node versions. 
nvm use <version>
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Like:

nvm use 18.05.0
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Uninstall specific version (after switching to another version). 
nvm uninstall <version>
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Create .nvmrc file with current node version in your project so you won't forget project's node version. 
node --version > .nvmrc
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We've just made a simple introduction to NVM. Don't forget to check NVM repo for more detail.

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Harsh Singh •

I built a task runner with a built-in Node version manager. It is written in Rust and does the job.

dev.to/harshthedev/shuru-a-simple-...

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