Npm Scripts Generator
NPM Scripts Generator is a free online tool that helps developers create custom npm scripts for JavaScript and Node.js projects and prepare commands for their package.json file.
Select script categories and click Generate Scripts.
What Are NPM Scripts?
NPM scripts are commands defined in the scripts section of a project's package.json file. They help developers run common development tasks without repeatedly typing long commands.
Common npm scripts include:
Development: Start a local development server.
Build: Compile or prepare an application for deployment.
Start: Run an application.
Test: Execute automated tests.
Lint: Check code for potential errors and style issues.
Format: Format code consistently.
Type Check: Check TypeScript types.
Preview: Preview a production build locally.
The available commands depend on the tools and packages installed in the project.
How to Use the NPM Scripts Generator
Select script categories: Choose the types of scripts needed for the project, such as development, build, test, or lint.
Customize commands: Adjust the commands to match the project's framework, package manager, and installed dependencies.
Generate npm scripts: Use the Generate option to prepare the script configuration.
Copy the output: Copy the generated scripts for use in the project.
Update package.json: Add the scripts to the existing scripts section, or use the generated package file if the tool provides a download option.
Run a script: Open the terminal in the project directory and execute a command such as npm run dev.
Always check that each command matches the packages and scripts available in the project.
NPM Scripts Generator Example
Suppose a Node.js project needs commands for development, building, and testing.
Input:
Project Name: my-project
Package Manager: npm
Checked Script Categories: Build and Development
Development Command: vite
Build Command: vite build
Start Command: node server.js
Test Command: vitest run
Lint Command: eslint .
Format Command: prettier --write .
Type Check Command: tsc --noEmit
Preview Command: vite preview
Output:
{
"name": "my-project",
"version": "1.0.0",
"private": true,
"scripts": {
"dev": "vite",
"build": "vite build"
}
}
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