npm Scripts

Define reusable command-line tasks in package.json.

Overview

Define reusable command-line tasks in package.json.

Code Example

// Run with: npm run start\nconsole.log("App started via npm script");

Web Development Context

In modern web development, understanding npm Scripts is crucial. Node.js is widely used for building APIs, real-time applications, and microservices. Mastery of this concept allows you to build efficient, scalable, and secure backend systems.

Common Mistakes

• Blocking the event loop with heavy synchronous tasks.
• Exposing secrets in code instead of environment variables.
• Forgetting to handle promise rejections.

Next Steps

To solidify your understanding, review the related references and try out the practice challenges.