node-build
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Description:
Install NodeJS versions
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 5.4.22@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 10, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: nodejs version-manager development cli nodenv
Install: brew install node-build
About:
node-build is a CLI tool that automates the installation of various Node.js versions. It simplifies managing multiple environments for developers, ensuring consistency across projects. The tool integrates seamlessly with nodenv for streamlined version switching.
Key Features:
  • Automated compilation and installation of Node.js binaries
  • Support for a wide range of Node.js versions and variants
  • Plugin system for extending functionality
  • Integration with nodenv for version management
Use Cases:
  • Managing multiple Node.js versions for different projects on a single machine
  • CI/CD pipelines requiring specific Node.js versions for builds
  • Testing applications across various Node.js releases
Alternatives:
  • nvm – nvm is a shell-based version manager, whereas node-build is a plugin for nodenv that focuses on installing binaries.
  • asdf – asdf is a multi-language version manager, while node-build is specialized specifically for Node.js.
Version History
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Dec 10, 2025 8:58pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 63a01939
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Oct 31, 2024 6:10am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6703e317
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Sep 18, 2024 10:50am 0 VERSION_BUMP 314b84e9
Sep 18, 2024 6:10am 0 VERSION_BUMP 4c1a62ee