Troubleshooting node-fetch in JavaScript: Your Complete Guide

Confused about using `node-fetch` in a JavaScript project? This guide explains common errors and their solutions, while helping you build a weather app efficiently.
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Troubleshooting node-fetch in JavaScript: Your Complete Guide

Issue Overview

When you attempt to use node-fetch, you may face errors such as:

SyntaxError: Cannot use import statement outside a module (in VSCode)

Uncaught TypeError: Failed to resolve module specifier "node-fetch" (in the browser)

These errors can be quite confusing, especially when you're not certain why they’re happening.

Understanding the Errors

2. Using fetch in the Browser

The second issue arises because of confusion between environments:

Solution: Fixing Your Code

To effectively solve these errors, let's break down the solution into organized sections:

Step 1: Correct Water App Code

Here’s a refined version of your weather fetching code:

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Alternatively, you can run the file with the experimental flag:

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Step 3: Running in the Browser

If you're testing the code in a browser environment:

Remove the import statement completely, as the browser provides a built-in fetch function.

Ensure your script is run in an HTML document or an environment that supports JavaScript modules if you're using <script type="module">.

Final Thoughts

Keep experimenting, and happy coding!