How to Install nvm Command on Generic Linux

If you are encountering the “nvm command not found” error on your Generic Linux system, it means that the Node Version Manager (nvm) is not installed or configured properly. nvm is a tool that allows you to easily switch between different versions of Node.js on your machine.

Installation Steps

To install nvm on your Generic Linux system, follow these steps:

1. Open a terminal window.

2. Run the following command to download the nvm installation script from the official repository:

   curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.39.1/install.sh | bash
   

3. Close and reopen the terminal to apply the changes.

4. Verify the installation by running:

   nvm --version
   

Compatibility Issues and Solutions

If the above commands are not compatible with your Generic Linux system, you can try the following alternative steps:

• For systems without curl:

  • You can use wget to download the nvm installation script. Replace the curl command with the following:

    wget -qO- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.39.1/install.sh | bash
    

• For systems with restricted permissions:

  • You can install nvm in a custom directory by setting the NVM_DIR environment variable before running the installation script. For example:

    export NVM_DIR="$HOME/.nvm"
    curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nvm-sh/nvm/v0.39.1/install.sh | bash
    

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined above, you should be able to successfully install nvm on your Generic Linux system and resolve the “nvm command not found” issue. nvm provides a convenient way to manage different Node.js versions on your machine, allowing you to work with various projects that require specific versions of Node.js.