Node.js Container¶

The Node.js container is tailored for development and runs in watch mode, allowing for rapid feedback cycles during coding.

Dockerfile: devops/dev/node/Dockerfile

Watch mode¶

The container automatically restarts or rebuilds when changes are detected in JavaScript, TypeScript, SCSS, or related files — no need to manually restart processes.

Docker-only Node runtime¶

Due to environment constraints and the need for a specific Node.js version, all Node-related development is done inside the Docker container. Do not rely on a locally installed Node.js for this project.

Node version management (NVM)¶

NVM is pre-installed in the container. To switch Node.js versions:

docker exec -it barberklingen-<site>-node nvm install <version>
docker exec -it barberklingen-<site>-node nvm use <version>

Replace <site> with the appropriate project identifier.