Minimalist Node.js Argument Parser

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library 1.3.0 ·javascript maintenance
verified May 27, 2026

args-parser is a minimalist command-line argument parser designed specifically for Node.js environments. Its current stable version is 1.3.0, and it maintains a relatively slow release cadence, reflecting its stable and focused scope. The library directly processes an array of strings, typically `process.argv`, transforming them into a straightforward JavaScript object. Flags are represented as boolean `true` values, while key-value pairs (e.g., `--key=value`) are parsed into string or numeric values accordingly. Its key differentiators include an extremely small footprint and a simple, direct API, making it an ideal choice for basic script argument handling where the overhead or extensive features of more complex parsers like `yargs` or `commander.js` are not required. It explicitly avoids advanced features such as extensive type coercion, positional arguments, aliases, or integrated help generation, focusing solely on efficient, no-frills flag and option parsing.

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