What is pnpm?
A fast, space-efficient alternative to npm for managing JavaScript packages
Why It Matters
pnpm uses less disk space and installs packages faster than npm, especially in large projects
Real-World Example
A project using pnpm might save gigabytes of disk space compared to npm
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Related Terms
Package Manager
A tool that installs, updates, and manages the external code libraries your project uses
npm
The default package manager for JavaScript, with millions of free packages available
Dependency
External code that your project needs to function
Full-stack
Working on both the frontend (what users see) and backend (the server and database) of an application
TypeScript
JavaScript with added type checking that catches errors before your code runs
JavaScript
The programming language that makes websites interactive and dynamic