Creates a cross-platform .cmd shim for a specified executable. It's commonly used during package installation to provide Windows users with a simple way to run command-line tools defined within node_modules. This package simplifies cross-platform compatibility, ensuring that shell commands work seamlessly on both Unix-like systems and Windows environments by generating the necessary .cmd file that invokes the executable. Useful for package authors who want to offer uniform command-line experiences irrespective of the operating system.
Cmd-shim's release frequency is inconsistent. Initial releases occurred in 2013-2014, with a gap until 2016. 2019 saw a burst, followed by sporadic releases in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. No releases have occurred in 2025 as of September 13th. The releases are seemingly unpredictable.
Cmd-shim downloads show a generally increasing trend from March 2024 to August 2025, peaking in June and July 2025, exceeding 20 million. September 2025 downloads are significantly lower, likely due to incomplete data for the month.