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๐Ÿ” node-ignore is the manager and filter for .gitignore rules, the one used by eslint, prettier and many others.

JavaScript โ—‡ gitignore NOASSERTION
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Per day111
Forks gained+1+3+10

node-ignore gained 13 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 503. It is about 13 years old and has averaged roughly 39 stars a year. It ranks #490 among JavaScript repositories and #6,482 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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๐Ÿ’ก Overview

node-ignore is an open-source project written in JavaScript: ๐Ÿ” node-ignore is the manager and filter for .gitignore rules, the one used by eslint, prettier and many others.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in gitignore, ignore-files, ignore-patterns. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

โšก Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in JavaScript for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

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Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

4

Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

๐Ÿ“ฅ Installation

terminal
$ npm install node-ignore

โš™ System Requirements

Platforms

  • โ€ข macOS
  • โ€ข Linux
  • โ€ข Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

Node.js >= 18 or modern Evergreen browser

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

๐Ÿง  How It Works

node-ignore coordinates its core functionality through a modular JavaScript pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

๐ŸŽฏ Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed node-ignore into JavaScript backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open NOASSERTION license.

๐Ÿš€ Getting Started

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Install node-ignore using your package manager: `npm install node-ignore`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for node-ignore.

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Import node-ignore into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `node-ignore --help` to verify successful setup.

๐Ÿ‘ Strengths

Active community backing with 503 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the NOASSERTION license.
Built in JavaScript for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

โš ๏ธ Considerations

Requires familiarity with JavaScript and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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๐Ÿ‘ฅ Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with JavaScript, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

๐Ÿ† Nearby in the Rankings

kaelzhang/node-ignore is currently ranked #6,482 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does node-ignore do? +

๐Ÿ” node-ignore is the manager and filter for .gitignore rules, the one used by eslint, prettier and many others.

What language is node-ignore written in? +

The primary language is JavaScript. Topics include: gitignore, ignore-files, ignore-patterns, ignore-rules, javascript.

Is node-ignore actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 2, 2026 with 6 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does node-ignore have? +

node-ignore has 503 stars and 58 forks on GitHub.

How does node-ignore rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 503 stars, kaelzhang/node-ignore is ranked #6,482 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #490 among JavaScript projects.

What license is node-ignore distributed under? +

The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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