__dirname is not defined in ES module scope
Getting the __dirname is not defined error in your ES modules? Node.js now provides import.meta.dirname and import.meta.filename as native replacements, no workarounds needed.
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You Don't Need dotenv Anymore
Node.js now has built-in support for loading environment variables from .env files. Learn how to use the native loadEnvFile function and ditch the dotenv dependency for good.
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Why TypeScript Enums Are Dead
Node.js v22.6.0 introduced type-stripping support that lets you run TypeScript files directly, but it breaks traditional enums. Learn why as const objects are the modern, future-proof alternative that works seamlessly with Node's new capabilities.
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Analyzing PDFs with ChatGPT Using OpenAI's Vision API
Learn how to convert PDFs to images using Node.js and analyze them with OpenAI's Vision API. This process ensures privacy as images are deleted after analysis.
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Node.js rolls out experimental TypeScript support
Node.js introduces `--experimental-strip-types` flag to run TypeScript files directly without transpiling, speeding up development. This sounds great but it currently leads to compatibility issues and lack of TypeScript features. The community is discussing concerns and potential solutions for the future.