node-notifier
A Node.js module for sending native notifications on macOS, Windows, and Linux.
What is node-notifier?
node-notifier is a Node.js module that sends native desktop notifications across macOS, Windows, and Linux operating systems. It provides a simple API to trigger system-level alerts, leveraging each platform's native notification systems like macOS Notification Center, Windows Toasters, and Linux notify-osd. The module handles cross-platform differences internally, offering a consistent interface for developers.
Node.js developers building desktop applications, CLI tools, or Electron apps that need to display system notifications to users. It's particularly useful for tools that run in the background and need to alert users upon task completion or errors.
Developers choose node-notifier because it abstracts away the platform-specific complexities of notification systems into a single, easy-to-use Node.js package. It provides reliable fallbacks, supports advanced features like actions and replies, and integrates seamlessly with popular frameworks like Electron.
Overview
A Node.js module for sending notifications on native Mac, Windows and Linux (or Growl as fallback)
Use Cases
Best For
- Sending completion alerts from long-running CLI scripts
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