node-windows
A library to run Node.js scripts as native Windows services with event logging and elevated command execution.
What is node-windows?
node-windows is a Node.js library that provides Windows-specific support for running Node.js scripts as native Windows services in production environments. It enables service management, event logging, and administrative command execution without requiring native C++ modules or Visual Studio dependencies. The tool focuses on deployment reliability, generating an executable that works with the system's installed Node.js version.
Node.js developers and system administrators deploying Node.js applications on Windows servers who need to run scripts as background services with monitoring and logging. It is specifically for production environments rather than development.
Developers choose node-windows because it avoids the complexity of native modules and Visual Studio installations by using pre-packaged binaries, simplifying deployment. Its unique smart restart logic prevents server overload by intelligently managing service crashes with configurable retry intervals and caps.
Overview
Windows support for Node.JS scripts (daemons, eventlog, UAC, etc).
Use Cases
Best For
- Deploying Node.js applications as Windows services with automatic restart and monitoring.
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