Use require() in Playgrounds

Use Cases

Using require() to import code helps keep your playgrounds organized. If you are often performing the same tasks in your playgrounds, you can use require() to reuse code and avoid writing full functions in each of your playgrounds.

For example, consider the following scenarios where reusing code can simplify logic and improve productivity:

• You need to ensure that documents are inserted with a consistent structure. You can import a JavaScript file to validate the data format before the playground script performs the insert.

• You store monetary data and want to convert values between different currencies. You can import a JavaScript function to perform conversion calculations.

• You need to import data from files on your local computer. You can use the native Node module fs to read data from local files.

Get Started

To learn how to use require() in your playgrounds, see the following tutorials:

• Use require() to Include Node.js Modules

• Use require() to Load Local Files