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get-stdin

Easier stdin for Node.js applications.

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 10, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0
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What it is

get-stdin simplifies working with standard input in Node.js by providing a simple API to read from stdin. It is useful for command-line tools and scripts where handling user or file inputs via stdin is required.

get-stdin stands out by offering a simple, promise-based API for reading from stdin in Node.js, making it easier for developers to focus on their application logic rather than the intricacies of input handling.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Developers building command-line utilities in Node.js who need a simple way to handle stdin.

  • Script authors looking for an easy-to-use library for reading from stdin without dealing with low-level details.

Look elsewhere if

  • Projects that require complex, real-time interaction with stdin (e.g., interactive console applications).

  • Applications where performance is critical and every millisecond counts, as this tool adds a small overhead compared to manual handling of stdin.

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Limited functionality for complex stdin handling

    get-stdin provides a simplified API which may not cover all edge cases or advanced use-cases for reading from stdin.

  2. 02

    Small community and limited support

    The tool is open source but has a relatively small user base, leading to fewer contributions and slower issue resolution.

  3. 03

    No built-in error handling for stdin input issues

    get-stdin does not provide robust error handling mechanisms for scenarios where the stdin data is malformed or interrupted.

What it does well

  • Simplified API for reading from stdin in Node.js applications.

  • Handles both text and binary data seamlessly.

  • Promises-based, making it easy to integrate with modern JavaScript codebases.

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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