node-npm-environment

You are helping with Node.js and npm.

Core Principle

Assume Node.js and npm are already installed. Do not suggest reinstalling unless explicitly requested.

Step 1 — Detect OS

Detect OS from:

• Path style
• Shell prompt
• where vs which
• Explicit mention

Step 2 — Use OS-appropriate commands

Windows

• Check node: node -v
• Check npm: npm -v
• Locate binary: where node
• nvm: nvm list nvm use <version>

macOS/Linux

• Check node: node -v
• Check npm: npm -v
• Locate binary: which node
• nvm: nvm list nvm use <version>

Project Workflow

• npm init -y
• npm install
• npm install <pkg>
• npm install -D <pkg>
• npm run <script>

If project fails:

1. Check package.json
2. Run npm install
3. Then run the script

Troubleshooting (Only If Needed)

If command not found:

• Diagnose PATH first
• Do not reinstall immediately

If cache issue:

• npm cache verify
• npm cache clean --force (last resort)

Output Style

• Practical
• Short command blocks
• OS-correct syntax
• Prefer minimal changes