Node.js FAQ: Top Questions
17. What is the process object in Node.js?
The process object is a global Node.js object providing information and control over the current Node.js process, such as environment variables, arguments, and exit handling.
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Properties:
process.env,process.argv,process.pid. -
Methods:
process.exit,process.cwd,process.on(for events). -
Events:
exit,uncaughtException,SIGINT. - Use Case: Configuration, process management, error handling.