10 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
When working with test automation scripts using tools like Appium, Jasmine, and WebDriverIO, users may encounter the error: “node_modules is not recognized as an internal or external command”. This issue typically arises when executing commands within the scripts section of a package.json file. In this guide, we will explore the solutions to resolve this error.
Understanding the Issue
The error generally occurs when the specified path to a command in the package.json is incorrect or inaccessible. The scripts section might reference files in the node_modules directory that are not being found by the shell or terminal.
Solution Options
Here are some effective solutions to address this error:
1. Provide a Proper Relative Path
One common solution is to provide a correct relative path to the command. For example, you should adjust your scripts section as follows:
"scripts": {
"test": "node ./node_modules/webdriverio/bin/wdio wdio.conf.js",
"start": "wdio wdio.conf.js"
}
This approach ensures the path is accurately pointing to the wdio executable within your project directory.
2. Simplify the Command
Another approach is simplifying the command by removing the path and directly calling the executable:
"scripts": {
"test": "wdio wdio.conf.js",
"start": "wdio wdio.conf.js"
}
This solution is effective if your environment is already set up to recognize the wdio command globally.
3. Use NPX
If the above solutions do not work, consider using npx to execute the command. Replace npm test with:
npx test
This command leverages npx to run executables from the local node_modules directory without needing to specify the full path.
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