Install Node JS on Windows *THE RIGHT WAY* (using NVM) [2025 Guide]

Stop constantly uninstalling and reinstalling Node.js! Learn how to install and use NVM (Node Version Manager) on Windows to manage multiple Node.js versions on the same machine. This is essential for developers working on different projects that require different Node versions. In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll walk you through the entire process, from downloading NVM for Windows to installing different Node versions and switching between them with a single command. ✅ *Download NVM for Windows (from GitHub):* https://github.com/coreybutler/nvm-wi... 🧑🏻‍🔧 FIX npm cannot be loaded because running scripts is disabled on this system `Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned` ➡️ *Commands You'll Need:* `nvm list available` (See all available Node.js versions) `nvm install lts` (Install the latest Long Term Support version) `nvm install version` (e.g., nvm install 18.17.1) `nvm list` (See all versions you have installed) `nvm use version` (Switch to a specific Node version) 📹 How to install VS Code on Windows :    • Install VS Code on Windows 11 [Enable Open...   ⏰ *Timestamps:* 0:00 - Introduction: Installing Node.js on Windows 0:53 - What is NVM (Node Version Manager)? 1:03 - Finding NVM for Windows on GitHub 1:42 - Downloading NVM Setup File 2:02 - Installing NVM on Windows 2:27 - NVM Commands Overview 2:45 - Running PowerShell as Administrator 3:06 - Using NVM Commands 3:27 - Checking Available Node.js Versions 3:39 - Understanding LTS Versions 4:02 - Installing Node.js with NVM 4:22 - Installing Latest LTS Version 4:36 - Checking Installed Versions 4:48 - Setting Default Node Version 5:14 - Fixing NPM Issues 6:00 - Verifying NPM Works 6:28 - Switching Between Node Versions 6:58 - Conclusion Working on multiple projects that are stuck on older Node versions is a common problem. NVM (Node Version Manager) is the perfect solution. It allows you to install Node.js v18, v20, v22 (and any other version) side-by-side and switch between them instantly. If this guide helped you, please leave a like and subscribe for more developer tutorials! #nodejs #nvm #windows #webdev #visualstudiocode