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Advanced NVM Commands for Efficient Node.js Version Management

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Advanced Installation Commands

Install Node.js from Source

For developers needing a specific setup or patch:

nvm install -s <node_version>
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Reinstall Packages When Installing a New Version

Easily transfer global packages to the newly installed version:

nvm install <node_version> --reinstall-packages-from=current
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Install Multiple Versions Simultaneously

Batch install several versions at once:

nvm install <node_version_1> <node_version_2> <node_version_3>
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Efficient Node Version Switching

Switching with Environment Variables

Automatically switch Node.js versions based on your project’s configuration:

export NVM_DIR="$HOME/.nvm"
[ -s "$NVM_DIR/nvm.sh" ] && \. "$NVM_DIR/nvm.sh" # This loads nvm
nvm use
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By adding a .nvmrc file in your project directory containing the desired Node.js version, NVM will switch versions automatically when you navigate to the project.

Persistent Node.js Version Across Terminals

Ensure consistency across different terminal sessions:

nvm alias default <node_version>
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Enhanced Listing and Filtering

List All Installed Versions with Detailed Info

See comprehensive details about installed Node.js versions:

nvm ls
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Filter Installed Versions

Quickly locate specific versions:

nvm ls | grep <filter>
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List All Available Versions and Highlight Specifics

For in-depth searching:

nvm ls-remote --lts       # Lists all LTS versions
nvm ls-remote | grep "v14" # List all v14.x versions
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Managing Global Packages

List and Migrate Global Packages

Identify and migrate global packages to another Node.js version:

nvm list global           # Lists globally installed packages for the current version
nvm reinstall-packages <node_version>  # Reinstall global packages from a specific version
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Removing Outdated Global Packages

Clean up outdated packages:

npm uninstall -g <package_name>
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Leveraging Aliases

Creating Custom Aliases

Define custom aliases for frequent version switches:

nvm alias myproject <node_version>
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Updating and Deleting Aliases

Modify or remove aliases as your projects evolve:

nvm alias <alias_name> <new_node_version>
nvm unalias <alias_name>
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Path and Version Verification

Locate Executables

Quickly find where specific versions are installed:

nvm which <node_version>
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Verify Multiple Versions Simultaneously

Check installed versions of Node, NPM, and NVM:

node -v && npm -v && nvm -v
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Cleaning Up

Removing Old or Unused Versions

Free up space by uninstalling unnecessary versions:

nvm uninstall <node_version>
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Automate Version Removal

Automate cleanup based on a condition or date:

nvm ls | grep -E "v[0-9]+\.[0-9]+\.[0-9]+" | xargs -I {} nvm uninstall {}
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Troubleshooting

Resolving Common Issues

Identify and fix common NVM problems:

nvm debug
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Resetting NVM Environment

If things go awry, reset your NVM setup:

rm -rf ~/.nvm
git clone https://github.com/nvm-sh/nvm.git ~/.nvm
cd ~/.nvm
git checkout git describe --abbrev=0 --tags
. nvm.sh
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By mastering these advanced NVM commands, you'll enhance your Node.js development experience, ensuring optimal performance and flexibility. Dive deeper, experiment, and watch your productivity soar!

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