JavaScript Prerequisites for MacOS – Virtru

To ensure compatibility with this script, install Node.js version 16.0.0 or higher (but avoid the latest experimental versions to minimize issues). Here’s a detailed guide for downloading and installing Node.js on your Mac:

1. Check Your Current Node Version (if installed)

Open Terminal and run:

node -v

If this returns a version number (v16.0.0 or higher), you’re set. If not, follow the steps below.

2. Install Node.js via Homebrew (Recommended)

If you don’t have Homebrew installed, you can install it by running:

/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL <https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/HEAD/install.sh)>"

Then, install Node.js using Homebrew:

brew install node@18

To ensure Node.js version 18 is set up, you can link this version:

brew link node@18 --force --overwrite

3. Install Node.js via Node Version Manager (nvm)

Another option is to use nvm, a version manager for Node.js, which allows you to switch between versions easily.

Install nvm:

curl -o- <https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.39.1/install.sh> | bash

Then, restart your Terminal or run:

source ~/.nvm/nvm.sh

Install Node.js:
Once nvm is installed, use it to install Node.js version 18.x:
```
nvm install 18
```
Set Default Node Version:
```
nvm alias default 18
```

4. Verify Installation

After installation, verify your Node.js version:

node -v

You should see a version like v18.x.x, which indicates that Node.js is properly installed and compatible with your script.

5. Install Project Dependencies

Once you’ve verified the Node version, install the project dependencies in your virtru-api-project directory:

npm install

Continue to install the JavaScript Audit Export Tool