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- To use npm in VS Code, open the terminal and run npm -v to ensure npm is successfully installed.
- npm is used to install packages (e.g., npm install dotenv), which adds the package to your project and allows you to use its functionality.
- Use npm update to update packages, which ensures your project uses the latest compatible versions of its dependencies.
- Use npm run start to run your project’s start script and launch the application[a].
How to Use NPM in VS Code
Try this guided demo to learn how to use NPM in VS Code.
📌 Why this matters
Mastering npm commands directly in VS Code eliminates the friction of switching between your editor and external terminals, letting you install dependencies, update packages, and launch applications without breaking your coding flow. Beyond convenience, this workflow connects you to the entire JavaScript ecosystem—every `npm install` pulls from millions of community-built solutions that can solve complex problems in minutes rather than days. You're not just managing packages; you're leveraging collective developer knowledge to build faster and more reliably.
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