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npx: Display help.
$ npx --help
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The command "npx --help" is used to display the help documentation for the "npx" command.

Here's a breakdown of each component:

  • "npx": It stands for "Node Package Execute" which is a CLI (Command Line Interface) tool that comes with npm (Node Package Manager). It is used to execute Node.js packages without installing them globally.

  • "--help": It is an argument that is passed to the "npx" command. When this argument is provided, it tells the command to display the help documentation that explains the usage, options, and examples of the "npx" command.

By running the "npx --help" command in your terminal or command prompt, you can see the list of available options and how to use the "npx" command effectively.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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