June 2024 Summaries

Nhost has introduced the option to select either Node.js 18 or Node.js 20 as the runtime for functions, allowing users to easily specify their preferred version in the nhost.toml configuration file. This feature can be implemented by adjusting the version number in the configuration and verifying the runtime through command-line tools. The addition aims to streamline the process of harmonizing runtime environments and simplifying user setups, with further information available in the documentation.

Nhost has introduced an option for users to select between Node.js 18 and Node.js 20 as their functions runtime, which can be easily configured in the nhost.toml file. By updating the version number in the configuration, users can switch their Node.js environment and verify the change by invoking a function, such as an example echo function, which returns the Node.js version being used. This new capability aims to facilitate the homogenization of runtime environments and simplify the setup process for users. For further information, users are encouraged to consult the documentation.

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