Supervisor

Automatically restarts scripts on crash or file changes.

EstablishedOpen SourceLow lock-in

Pricing

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Flat rate

Adoption

Stable

License

Open Source

Data freshness

Overview

What is Supervisor?

Supervisor is a tool that automatically restarts Node.js scripts when they crash or any `*.js` files are modified. This ensures continuous operation and immediate updates without manual intervention, making development more efficient.

Key differentiator

Supervisor stands out by providing a simple and effective way to automatically manage Node.js scripts without the need for complex configurations or additional tools.

Capability profile

Strength Radar

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Honest assessment

Strengths & Weaknesses

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Automatically restarts scripts on crash

Monitors and restarts scripts when `*.js` files are modified

Simplifies development workflow by reducing manual intervention

Fit analysis

Who is it for?

✓ Best for

Developers working on Node.js projects who require continuous script operation and automatic updates

Teams that want to streamline their development workflow by automating script management tasks

✕ Not a fit for

Projects requiring real-time monitoring of non-JavaScript files, as Supervisor only monitors `*.js` files

Environments where manual control over script restarts is preferred or required for security reasons

Cost structure

Pricing

Free Tier

None

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Model

Flat rate

Enterprise

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Next step

Get Started with Supervisor

Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.

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