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It is the default package manager for the JavaScript runtime environment Node. js. npm allows developers to share and reuse code by managing dependencies and providing tools to install, publish, and update packages. It maintains a large online repository of packages, with over one million available for download. npm was created in 2010 and has become an essential tool for JavaScript developers due to its simplicity, extensive package ecosystem, and integration with other popular development tools. The npm software also includes a command-line interface (CLI) for managing packages and performing various tasks associated with package management.