How to import node-persist into a Node.js ES6 project

Working on a Node.js project with ES6 syntax can sometimes present challenges, especially when incorporating modules like node-persist that aren't natively aligned with the ES6 import style.

Fortunately, there's a workaround to use CommonJS modules within ES6 scripts, and here's how you can apply it to node-persist.

const nodePersist = await import('node-persist');

const storage = nodePersist.default.create();
await storage.init({ dir: 'my-path' });

const foo = await storage.getItem('foobar');

Key Takeaways:

• Dynamic import() function: This approach utilizes the dynamic import() function, which is essential for loading CommonJS modules in an ES6 environment.

• The default property: After importing, it's crucial to access the default property. This is where the module's main functionality resides. Hence, nodePersist.default.create() is used to create a new instance.

Understanding the differences is key: CommonJS modules (require()) represent the traditional standard in Node.js, while ES6 modules (import) offer a more modern approach.

Bridging these two with dynamic import ensures that your project can leverage the best of both worlds.