nvm vs npm

[Sairam002]

Hi guys ,I just started the lesson 5 and I frequently go through two keywords npm and nvm I got 2 question.
1--> What is the difference between nvm and npm?
2--> When should we use nvm and when should we use npm?

[blackyinsol]

nvm: (https://github.com/creationix/nvm) (Node Version Manager) is a tool that allows you to download and install Node.js

npm: (https://www.npmjs.com/) (Node Package Manager) is a tool that allows you to install javascript packages

You don't need nvm unless you you want to keep multiple versions of Node.js installed on your system or if you'd like to upgrade your current version.

From: https://stackoverflow.com/questions/32660993/difference-between-npm-and-nvm

[Sairam002]

Thanks for your answer.

[FrankBevr]

If you are using Windows, nodist is the nvm for windows.

https://github.com/nullivex/nodist

As backy said, nvm is not necessary, especially in the beginning. If you really need to change the version, just download your needed version from the nodeJS Website.
Its safe a bunch of headache, because npm node yarn pnpm npx are kind of tricky to wrap your head around. At least that was my expierience 🥴

nvm will become necessary for the people who are doing this course next year or so :)