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Today marks a critical step forward for enterprise Node.js. In partnership with the OpenJS Foundation, NodeSource is launching a Node.js LTS Upgrade & Modernization program to provide companies with a secure and streamlined path to migrate business-critical applications off legacy and End-of-Life (EOL) Node.js versions and onto the latest Long-Term Support (LTS) releases.

The challenge we are addressing is massive: recent data shows that roughly two-thirds of Node.js users are currently running outdated or unsupported versions. This situation creates significant security and operational risks that can quickly turn into technical debt and compliance nightmares.

Our new program directly tackles this risk by combining the OpenJS Foundation’s official framework with NodeSource’s proprietary discovery tools and expert engineering support. Eliminating the traditional upgrade blockers to help organizations rapidly upgrade their systems.

“A surprising number of organizations are still running on outdated Node.js versions, which can create security and operational risk across the JavaScript ecosystem," said Robin Bender Ginn, Executive Director of the OpenJS Foundation. "This modernization program helps organizations upgrade safely while staying aligned with the Node.js project and community. We're thrilled to welcome NodeSource as the inaugural partner helping companies make that transition with confidence.”

Migrating complex enterprise applications is often stalled by technical debt and unexpected failures. Our modernization program zeroes in on the four primary “blockers” that prevent successful upgrade projects:

• Security & Compliance: We eliminate exposure to vulnerabilities inherent in EOL runtimes.
• Broken C++ Addons: We solve recompilation failures tied to node-gyp dependencies.
• Deprecated Packages: We provide clear refactoring roadmaps for unmaintained libraries like request.
• API Breaking Changes: We identify hidden usage of deprecated Node.js APIs within large, complex codebases.

NodeSource CEO, Russ Whitman, emphasized the core mission: "NodeSource is committed to making Node.js modernization a non-event for the enterprise. Our partnership with the OpenJS Foundation and the launch of this program directly addresses the massive security and compliance risks associated with outdated runtimes. We are turning a complex, high-stakes migration project into a predictable, data-driven workflow, ensuring every company can keep their critical applications secure and performant."

Our Data-Driven, Three-Step Path to Success:

We have transformed the traditional, manual migration process into a predictable, AI-powered workflow to take the guesswork out of upgrading.

1. Scan: Our local Upgrade Discovery CLI tool performs a secure, static analysis of dependencies and API usage, crucially, without the code ever leaving your environment.
2. Analyze: An AI-powered agent takes the scan results and generates an executive risk score, clearly identifying critical blockers and any native addon conflicts.
3. Execute: You receive a custom modernization plan, including automated refactoring codemods and a phased migration roadmap.

According to Adrian Estrada, NodeSource CTO, this precision is key: "The core of our new modernization initiative is a shift from manual guesswork to AI-powered precision. By leveraging tools like the Upgrade Discovery CLI, we can perform a secure, static analysis to pinpoint the four primary upgrade blockers—from broken C++ addons to deprecated APIs. This systematic, three-step 'Scan, Analyze, Execute' approach provides our engineering teams and our customers with the exact roadmap needed to eliminate technical debt with confidence."

Get Started Today:

The NodeSource LTS Upgrade & Modernization assessment is available for free starting today.

For organizations needing hands-on support and a dedicated path, we offer the Expert Strategy Blueprint starting at $2,499. This package includes dedicated engineering sessions, detailed dependency upgrade guides, and access to automated refactoring tools.