windows_commands.md

npm and TypeScript Setup Guide for Windows

Follow these steps to install Node.js (which includes npm) and the TypeScript compiler on Windows.

1. Download Node.js:

   • Go to the official Node.js website: https://nodejs.org/
   • Download the LTS (Long-Term Support) version.
   • Command to open the website (optional, run in Command Prompt or PowerShell):

     start [https://nodejs.org/](https://nodejs.org/)

2. Install Node.js:

   • Run the downloaded .msi installer.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions. The installer will typically include npm.

3. Verify Node.js and npm Installation:

   • Open Command Prompt (search for "cmd" in the Start Menu) or PowerShell (search for "powershell").

   • Run the following commands to check the installed versions:

     node -v

     Expected Output: A version number (e.g., v18.16.0)

     npm -v

     Expected Output: A version number (e.g., 9.5.1)

4. Install TypeScript Compiler:

   • In the same Command Prompt or PowerShell window, run the following command to install TypeScript globally:

     npm install -g typescript

     This command downloads and installs the TypeScript compiler so you can use it from any project.

5. Verify TypeScript Installation:

   • Run the following command to check the installed version of the TypeScript compiler:

     tsc -v

     Expected Output: A version number (e.g., Version 5.0.4)

Now you have npm and the TypeScript compiler installed on your Windows system.