The process
module in Node.js is a global object that provides information about and control over the current Node.js process. It is automatically available in every Node.js script without the need for importing, and it plays a critical role in interacting with the system, handling runtime parameters, and managing application workflows.
What is the Node.js process
Module?
The process
object provides functionality for:
- Accessing the runtime environment.
- Interacting with system signals.
- Handling standard input, output, and error streams.
- Managing application lifecycle events.
Key properties of the process
module include:
- process.argv: Command-line arguments.
- process.env: Environment variables.
- process.stdin, process.stdout, process.stderr: Input/output streams.
- process.exit(): Gracefully exiting a process.