md5-file is a Node.js package that calculates the MD5 hash of a given file. It offers a simple, asynchronous API, efficiently reading the file and generating the hash. This package is useful for verifying file integrity, detecting duplicates, or ensuring data consistency during transmission or storage. Its primary function is to provide a reliable and performant MD5 hash calculation specifically tailored for file content in Node.js environments. It supports both standard file paths and streams.