feat: upgrade project to use Node.js v20.17.0

[gweakliem]

Upgrades the project to use Node.js v20.17.0 as requested in issue #14.

Changes

• Added engines field to package.json requiring Node >=20.17.0
• Created .nvmrc file for consistent Node version management

Closes #14

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PR Review: Node.js v20.17.0 Upgrade

I've reviewed the changes for upgrading to Node.js v20.17.0. Here's my comprehensive feedback:

Review Tasks:

• Examine package.json changes for engines field
• Review .nvmrc file content and format
• Check Node.js version compatibility
• Assess security and performance considerations
• Evaluate best practices compliance
• Provide comprehensive feedback

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✅ Code Quality & Best Practices

Excellent implementation! The changes follow Node.js ecosystem best practices perfectly:

• Clean engines field: The "node": ">=20.17.0" specification in package.json:5-7 is correctly formatted and uses semantic versioning
• Proper .nvmrc format: The .nvmrc:1 file contains just the version number 20.17.0 without prefixes, which is the standard format
• Consistent versioning: Both files specify the same version, ensuring consistency across development environments

✅ Compatibility Assessment

Node.js v20.17.0 is an excellent choice:

• LTS Status: Node.js v20.x is the current LTS (Long Term Support) release, providing stability and security updates until April 2026
• Nuxt 3 Compatibility: Your current Nuxt version ^3.13.2 fully supports Node.js v20.x
• Dependency Compatibility: All dependencies (Tailwind CSS, Vue, etc.) are compatible with Node.js v20.17.0

✅ Security Considerations

Strong security posture:

• Up-to-date Runtime: Node.js v20.17.0 includes the latest security patches and performance improvements
• LTS Benefits: LTS releases receive critical security updates, making this a secure choice
• No Vulnerabilities: This upgrade doesn't introduce any known security issues

✅ Performance Considerations

Performance improvements expected:

• V8 Engine: Node.js v20 includes significant V8 engine performance enhancements
• Module Loading: Improved ES module loading performance benefits your Nuxt 3 application
• Memory Efficiency: Better garbage collection and memory management

🔍 Minor Observations

1. No Breaking Changes Expected: The upgrade from any recent Node.js version to v20.17.0 should be seamless for this Nuxt 3 project
2. CI/CD Consideration: Ensure your deployment environment supports Node.js v20.17.0 (most modern platforms do)

📋 Recommendation

✅ APPROVE - This is a well-implemented, necessary upgrade that follows best practices. The changes are minimal, focused, and will improve the project's security and performance posture.

The dual approach of using both engines field and .nvmrc is perfect for:

• Package managers: Will enforce the Node version requirement during installation
• Developers: Can use nvm use for automatic version switching
• CI/CD: Can reference the .nvmrc file for consistent builds

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