What are some alternatives to dotenv for TypeScript?

What are some alternatives to dotenv for TypeScript?

There are several alternatives to dotenv for managing environment variables in TypeScript, such as 'config', 'dotenv-flow', and 'envalid'. Would you like to know more about any specific one?

Can you explain how 'config' works?

Sure! The 'config' package allows you to manage configuration settings in a structured way. You can create a 'config' directory with JSON or YAML files for different environments, and it automatically loads the appropriate configuration based on the NODE_ENV variable.

What about 'dotenv-flow'? How is it different?

'dotenv-flow' extends dotenv by allowing you to manage multiple .env files for different environments. It automatically loads the correct file based on the current environment, making it easier to handle complex configurations.

Are there any TypeScript-specific libraries for this?

Yes, libraries like 'ts-dotenv' provide TypeScript support specifically for loading environment variables, ensuring type safety and better integration with TypeScript projects.