Job Application Tip for Node.js Developers

Be careful when you're sent a Node.js test project as part of a job application.
Some of these projects contain outdated, vulnerable, or even malicious packages.

Before running anything on your local machine, always run:

npm install  
npm audit  
npm audit fix

🔍 npm audit will scan for known security risks in the packages.
🛠️ npm audit fix can automatically resolve many of those issues.

I’ve seen test projects with dozens of vulnerabilities, including high-risk ones.
Don’t take unnecessary risks just to complete a test — your machine's security matters.

Don’t blindly trust code — even if it comes from a “recruiter.”
Stay alert. Stay safe.