remove from git the node_modules?

[ppKrauss]

Check the standard behaviour of the NodeJS community and its public projects. If remove (and maintain with .gitignore), add instructions about packages.

[ppKrauss]

A first survey:

• Interesting pros and cons at Quora's "Should I put node_modules in .gitignore?":

  • "You should put node_modules in your .gitignore. There is no valid reason to do otherwise".
  • "If you absolutely want specific versions of all dependencies ... use npm shrinkwrap"
  • "I disagree (...) I do not believe it is clear cut. (...) The real solution (...) you should host your own registry: npm On-Site", and cite https://www.npmjs.com/

• Some good tips to remove:

  • For remove commands
  • For .gitignore "recursive"

• Some subsides to decide when to use shrinkwrap

  • tutorialhorizon.com/2015
  • the shrinkwrap's README at supposed source as uber/npm-shrinkwrap.