pnpx

Pnpx is a command line tool that is included in the Node.js package manager (npm) starting from version 7.0.0. It allows you to execute a Node.js script without the need to install it globally or locally as a package. With pnpx, you can run any executable package directly from the npm registry. The tool works by downloading the latest version of the specified package and executes it on the fly. Pnpx supports both JavaScript and TypeScript files, making it convenient for running various scripts and utilities. It provides an environment that is isolated from the project's dependencies, ensuring the script runs with its own set of packages and versions. When executing a script with pnpx, it automatically adds the local bin folder to the PATH, so you can use binaries installed by the current project. Pnpx has some additional features like the ability to install and run packages at the same time, and the capability to specify different versions of the same package for different executions. It is a handy tool for developers who want to quickly test or run scripts without the need for installing and managing packages globally or locally. Pnpx greatly simplifies the process of running node packages, making it a useful command line tool for efficient development workflows.