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Azure Devops Pipeline CMD Use

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#404 opened on Nov 6, 2018

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Hi there,

I am trying to use Azure Devops Pipeline to switch installed node package versions on our build machine. Running a very basic script "nvm use 6.10.0" in a powershell/command line script, I get the successful "using 6.10.0" message, however when checking nvm list on the build machine, it is still using version 10.10.0 (highlighted in the screenshot).

It appears only manual nvm use script works, I am not sure of the internal workings of nvm on windows but will it be possible to change node package in the Azure pipeline?

Thanks in advance,

Script: nvm use 6.10.0 nvm list

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shell
Domain
devopsci cd
Issue type
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DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
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ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
basic nvm usageAzure DevOps pipelines
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
30
Research direction
Investigate how nvm windows stores the active node version (e.g., environment variables, symlinks). Check if Azure DevOps pipeline agents run in a non interactive shell or have restricted permissions. Review issue comments for any additional context. Test with a simple script that calls 'nvm use' and then 'node version' to verify persistence.