Node and Angular CLI Versions
Explore how Node.js versions are maintained and their significance in development. Learn about the Angular CLI, its versions, and how to use its commands for creating and managing Angular applications effectively within the MEAN stack.
Versions of Node.js
Every major Node.js version enters the release status for six months, giving the library’s contributors enough time to add the necessary support.
Versions with even numbers are cut in April, while versions with odd numbers are cut in October.
The table seen below shows a summary of the different versions of Node.js:
Versions of Node.js
Release | Status | Release Date | End Date |
v12 | Maintenance LTS (Long Term Support) | 2019-04-23 | 2022-04-30 |
v14 | Maintenance LTS ( Long Term Support) | 2020-04-21 | 2023-04-30 |
v16 | Active LTS (Long Term Support) | 2021-04-20 | 2024-04-30 |
v17 | Current Version | 2021-10-19 | 2022-06-01 |
v18 | Awaiting Release | 2022-04-19 | 2025-04-30 |
As we can see above, the Node.js team is dedicated to maintaining the technology to improve each version released yearly through improved upgrades and additional features.
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