Node 26

Practical workflow for adopting Node.js 26 in real projects. Prefer official Node.js release notes and API docs for date-sensitive details because the v26 Current line can change quickly.

For API patterns, examples, and migration details, read references/node-26-upgrade-guide.md.

Upgrade Workflow

1. Establish the target.
   • Check node --version, node -p "process.versions", package manager version, CI images, Dockerfiles, .nvmrc, .node-version, mise, Volta, and package.json engines.
   • Treat Node.js 26 as Current until it reaches LTS. For production services already on an LTS line, recommend waiting for the LTS handoff unless the user explicitly wants Current or needs a v26 feature.