optionator
npmv0.9.4option parsing and help generation
Overview
optionator is an npm package that option parsing and help generation. The latest version is 0.9.4, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the npm ecosystem who need option parsing and help generation and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to have first-class TypeScript types out of the box, or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your npm stack.
Pros
- Clear open-source license (MIT).
Cons
- No bundled TypeScript types (may require a separate @types package).
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Version history
| Version | Published | License |
|---|---|---|
| 0.9.4latest | 2 years ago | MIT |
| 0.9.3 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 0.9.2 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 0.9.1 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 0.9.0 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 0.8.3 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 0.8.2 | 9 years ago | MIT |
| 0.8.1 | 10 years ago | MIT |
| 0.8.0 | 10 years ago | MIT |
| 0.7.1 | 10 years ago | MIT |
| 0.7.0 | 10 years ago | MIT |
| 0.6.0 | 11 years ago | MIT |
| 0.5.0 | 11 years ago | MIT |
| 0.4.0 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.3.0 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.2.2 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.2.1 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.2.0 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.1.1 | 12 years ago | MIT |
| 0.1.0 | 12 years ago | MIT |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install optionator?
Run `npm install optionator` to add optionator to your npm project.
What license is optionator released under?
optionator is distributed under the MIT license.
How popular is optionator?
optionator has approximately 0 downloads per week and 1 known dependent packages.