Optionator's npm package downloads show a generally increasing trend from March 2024 to August 2025, peaking in June 2025. However, downloads in September 2025 are significantly lower, likely due to the month being incomplete. Overall, the package maintains a high volume of downloads.
Optionator simplifies command-line option parsing in Node.js, offering a clean and declarative way to define options with validations and help text. It automatically generates help screens, handles argument parsing, and provides type coercion. Central to its design is a clear separation of option definition from parsing logic, promoting maintainable and readable command-line interfaces. This package is ideal for projects needing robust and user-friendly command-line tools.
Optionator's release frequency is sporadic. Initial releases occurred in 2013-2016, with peaks in 2014 and 2015. After a three-year gap, a release occurred in 2019, followed by two in 2020, two in June 2023 and one in April 2024. No releases have occurred in 2025 as of September 11th.
