proxy-agent
npmv8.0.2Maps proxy protocols to `http.Agent` implementations
Overview
proxy-agent is an npm package that maps proxy protocols to `http.Agent` implementations. The latest version is 8.0.2, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the npm ecosystem who need maps proxy protocols to `http.Agent` implementations and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to minimize your dependency tree, 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
- Large dependency tree (19 direct dependencies) increases install size and audit surface.
- No bundled TypeScript types (may require a separate @types package).
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Dependencies
Runtime (8)
Dev (11)
Used by
Popular packages that depend on proxy-agent.
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Version history
| Version | Published | License |
|---|---|---|
| 8.0.2latest | 1 month ago | MIT |
| 8.0.1 | 3 months ago | MIT |
| 8.0.0 | 3 months ago | MIT |
| 7.0.0 | 4 months ago | MIT |
| 6.5.0 | 1 year ago | MIT |
| 6.4.0 | 2 years ago | MIT |
| 6.3.1 | 2 years ago | MIT |
| 6.3.0 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.2.2 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.2.1 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.2.0 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.1.2 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.1.1 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.1.0 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 6.0.0 | 3 years ago | MIT |
| 5.0.0 | 5 years ago | MIT |
| 4.0.1 | 5 years ago | MIT |
| 4.0.0 | 5 years ago | MIT |
| 3.1.1 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 3.1.0 | 7 years ago | MIT |
Maintainers
Frequently asked questions
How do I install proxy-agent?
Run `npm install proxy-agent` to add proxy-agent to your npm project.
What license is proxy-agent released under?
proxy-agent is distributed under the MIT license.
How popular is proxy-agent?
proxy-agent has approximately 0 downloads per week and 1 known dependent packages.