I recently began my journey with AngularJS 2 and attempted to follow tutorials to install npm on a Windows system, but the instructions were not clear. As a beginner in programming and AngularJS, I am looking for a straightforward, reliable guide on how to properly set up npm on Windows. Any detailed, step-by-step advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support.
Installing npm on Windows is straightforward if you use the official Node.js installer, as it bundles npm along with Node.js. I encountered several hurdles initially, but the process became clear once I downloaded the latest stable version from the official website. The installer runs an intuitive wizard that sets up the necessary environment variables automatically. After completing the installation, I tested it by checking the versions of both Node.js and npm via the command prompt. This method saved me time and avoided the complications of manual setup.
I have found that using the Node Version Manager for Windows can be a very effective method compared to using the default Node.js installer, especially if you work on projects that require different Node.js versions. Once you install NVM for Windows, you are able to easily switch between multiple versions, and it handles updates to the PATH environment automatically. I’ve benefited from this flexibility when testing various libraries and frameworks. After installing NVM, install the preferred Node.js version through it, then confirm that node and npm commands are recognized in the command prompt.