Why is package.json needed for running a SvelteKit application?

I'm trying to containerize a SvelteKit application that uses the @sveltejs/adapter-node.

The Build and Deploy section from the documentation recommends to build the application, and then run the application with:

• the output sub-directory (build)
• the node_modules sub-directory
• package.json

I understand the package.json file is essential during the build process for managing dependencies and scripts, but given that the application is already built and the necessary files are present in the build directory and/or node_modules, why do I still need the package.json file to run the application?

Notice the application is run using Node.js only — e.g.: node /path/to/build/, that will find and run, by default, the file index.js.

Are there specific scenarios or reasons where the absence of package.json could cause issues when running the application?

posted 2 months ago

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