npm-name

What it is

npm-name is a tool that allows developers to quickly check if a desired package name is available on the npm registry, streamlining the process of publishing new packages without naming conflicts.

npm-name offers a simple, command-line based solution for checking npm package name availability, making it an essential tool for developers who prefer quick and easy integration into their workflows.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

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

1. 01

   Limited functionality beyond name checking

   npm-name is narrowly focused on package name availability, lacking advanced features like name suggestion or related package discovery.

2. 02

   No real-time updates from npm registry

   The tool relies on the last known state of the npm registry which may not be up-to-date if there are recent changes in package availability.

3. 03

   Doesn't handle rate limiting or API errors gracefully

   If the npm registry is down or rate-limited, npm-name does not provide fallbacks or retries, leading to potential false negatives on name availability.

What it does well

• Quickly checks if a package name is available on npm.

• Integrates easily into local development environments and scripts.

• Simple command-line interface for ease of use.

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.