require-relative simplifies module loading in Node.js by providing a straightforward way to require files relative to the current module's location. This eliminates the need for complex path manipulations, especially in deeply nested directory structures. It offers cleaner, more readable code, promoting better maintainability. By resolving paths relative to the file making the require call, it prevents common errors associated with absolute or project-root relative paths, enhancing project portability and organization within npm packages.
The npm package require-relative had only one release, version 0.8.7, in December 2013. From January 2014 to August 2025, there were no further releases. The package appears to be inactive, with no updates or new versions published in over a decade.
require-relative downloads show a fluctuating trend. From March 2024 to August 2025, downloads ranged from 2.9 million to 5.3 million monthly. September 2025 shows a significant drop, likely due to incomplete data for the month. Overall, usage remained relatively high before declining currently.
