I’m having a hard time with npm install on my Windows PC. It keeps saying it can’t find the path. Here’s what I see:
Can't find the path.
npm error code 1
npm error path C:\Users\me\projects\cool-app
npm error command failed
npm error command C:\WINDOWS\system32\cmd.exe /d /s /c doggy install
I’ve tried updating Node.js (v22.14.0) and npm (11.2.0), but no luck. Checked my env variables too, they seem okay. Even tried uninstalling and reinstalling Node.js.
My teammates can’t figure it out either. I’ve looked at some online fixes like deleting npm folders, moving Node path in system variables, and changing npm config. Nothing’s worked so far.
Any ideas what could be causing this? I’m pretty stuck!
I’ve encountered similar issues before and understand how frustrating it can be when a simple command fails unexpectedly. In this case, the error mentioning ‘doggy install’ rather than ‘npm install’ might indicate a corrupted configuration or an unintended alias affecting your commands. I have personally found it useful to examine the npm configuration by running npm config ls -l to look for any questionable settings, especially in the prefix or script sections. You could also try cleaning the cache with npm cache clean --force and then running the installation again. Additionally, checking for potential conflicts with globally installed npm packages or temporarily disabling antivirus software might reveal the culprit. In some situations, using a Node version manager like nvm-windows has helped isolate and resolve these environmental issues.
hey, noticed ur error says ‘doggy install’ instead of ‘npm install’. thats weird. maybe check ur aliases or smth? also, try runnin npm from a different folder, sometimes windows gets funky w/ certain paths. if all else fails, maybe try yarn? its been more reliable 4 me lately
The error message indicating ‘doggy install’ instead of ‘npm install’ is a clear red flag. This suggests a potential issue with your system’s command aliases or a compromised npm configuration. I’d recommend checking your global npm configuration file (usually located at ~/.npmrc) for any unusual entries. Also, try running ‘where npm’ in the command prompt to ensure it’s pointing to the correct executable. If these don’t yield results, consider temporarily renaming your .npmrc file and creating a fresh npm configuration. This approach has helped me resolve similar cryptic npm errors in the past. Lastly, if you’re working on a team project, verify that your package.json file hasn’t been inadvertently modified with custom scripts that could be causing this behavior.