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Node.js selection

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Major versions of Node.js

The following versions are available for use in App Center Build: 6.X, 8.x, 10.x, 12.x, 14.x, 16.X. See Also: App Center Cloud Build Machines

Select Node.js version in the app's branch configuration

Using .nvmrc

If the app repository contains an .nvmrc file, the option Use .nvmrc will be available in the Node.js version dropdown. Select this option to use the node version from the .nvmrc file for the build.

  • The .nvmrc file should be located in the same folder as the project's package.json file or in one of the parent folders
  • The .nvmrc syntax can be found in nvm docs