NPM Forever - Keep your Node.js applications running

If you're a Node.js developer, you know it can be a real pain to manage running your applications on a remote server. That's where NPM Forever comes in! It's a simple but powerful command-line utility for ensuring that your applications keep running, even if they crash or get killed.

Installation

You can install NPM Forever using NPM like this:

npm install -g forever

That's it! Once it's installed, you can start using it right away.

Usage

Using NPM Forever is easy. Simply navigate to the directory where your Node.js application is located, and start it like this:

forever start app.js

This will start your application and keep it running even if it crashes or gets killed. If you need to stop your application, you can use the following command:

forever stop app.js

You can also view a list of all running applications using the following command:

forever list

And if you need to monitor the output of your application, you can use the following command:

forever logs app.js

This will show you the output from your application in real-time.

Conclusion

NPM Forever is a handy tool for any Node.js developer who needs to keep their applications running smoothly on remote servers. It's easy to install and use, and it provides a simple way to ensure that your applications keep running, no matter what. Give it a try and see how it can simplify your workflow!