Looking at your error message, I suspect the root cause is twofold: outdated software versions and a non-standard folder setup. First, update Node.js and NPM to the latest versions. You can do this via Homebrew or by downloading from nodejs.org. After updating, check if your custom directories are in your PATH by running ‘echo $PATH’ in terminal. If they’re not listed, you’ll need to add them. Also, verify your NPM config files (~/.npmrc, ~/.npmconfig) point to the correct locations. If issues persist, consider a clean install of Node and NPM. This approach usually resolves such errors while maintaining your project integrity.
I’ve encountered similar NPM issues before and from my experience the problem usually lies with both the custom folder setup and using older versions of Node and NPM. It helps to update both to the latest versions, perhaps using Homebrew or the installers directly from nodejs.org. Once updated, check your PATH by running echo $PATH in your terminal to confirm that your custom directories are included. If the issue persists, try reinstalling NPM. In some cases, reverting to a standard installation can avoid these complications, so back up your projects before making changes.
hey laura, looks like ur using old versions of node and npm. that might be the problem. try updating both to the latest versions. also, check if ur custom folders are in the PATH. u can do this by typing ‘echo $PATH’ in terminal. if they’re not there, add em. if nothing works, maybe try a clean install of node and npm. good luck!