why-is-node-running
A debugging tool that identifies active handles keeping Node.js processes running when they should have exited.
What is why-is-node-running?
why-is-node-running is a debugging tool for Node.js that helps developers identify why their Node.js processes continue running when they should have exited. It detects active handles like open servers, timers, or other resources that prevent process termination, solving the common problem of mysterious process persistence and potential memory leaks.
Node.js developers and DevOps engineers who need to debug processes that won't exit, particularly those working on servers, long-running applications, or troubleshooting production issues.
Developers choose why-is-node-running because it provides immediate visibility into process lifecycle issues without complex setup, works in multiple modes (CLI, library, preload), and gives actionable stack traces to quickly identify the source of problems.
Overview
Node is running but you don't know why? why-is-node-running is here to help you.
Use Cases
Best For
- Debugging Node.js processes that won't exit after completing their work
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