Question 1

How do I switch Node versions with nave?

Accepted Answer

Use 'nave use <version>' to enter a subshell with that Node version. Exit with 'exit' or ^D. For script-friendly operation, prepend 'exec' to avoid subshells, as shown in the subshell-free section.

Question 2

nave vs nvm: which is better for daily use?

Accepted Answer

nave uses subshells for clean isolation without shell profile changes, while nvm modifies the current shell environment. Choose nave if you prefer compartmentalized environments; nvm if you want faster in-shell switches.

Question 3

Can nave work on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Only with WSL or Cygwin, as nave requires bash. The README explicitly states it 'will probably never work on Windows' natively, making it a poor choice for pure Windows setups.

Question 4

How to automate nave with a project's Node version?

Accepted Answer

Place a .naverc file in your project root with the version string, then run 'nave auto' to load it. For more automation, you can alias commands or use PROMPT_COMMAND, but be cautious of intrusiveness.

Question 5

Is nave good for running Node scripts in CI/CD?

Accepted Answer

It can be used with 'exec nave use ' for script execution, but the subshell model adds overhead. Consider lighter tools like nvm or direct binary downloads for performance-critical pipelines.

Question 6

How do I exit a nave environment without subshells?

Accepted Answer

Use 'exec nave exit' to unset all NAVE environment variables and return to a clean shell. This is detailed in the usage section under the 'exit' command.

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