Overview
NPM (Node Package Manager) allows developers to easily share and reuse code. It consists of a command-line client and an online database of public and private packages.
Key Functions
- Dependency Management: Install and manage the libraries your project depends on.
- Version Control: Specify which versions of packages your project needs.
- Scripts: Define custom commands for tasks like testing, building, and deploying.
Ecosystem
NPM is the heart of the JavaScript ecosystem, powering everything from small scripts to massive enterprise applications.