How to Use the REPL Actor from Apify

Intro:

The REPL (Read-Eval-Print Loop) actor from Apify allows you to execute Node.js code instantly within the Apify platform. It's an incredibly useful tool for developers looking to test scripts on-the-fly or automate tasks without needing to set up a complete development environment.

🔍 What Is REPL?

REPL is an online execution environment for Node.js code that streamlines the coding process. It allows users to write and run JavaScript code directly on the Apify platform. Ideal for developers and data engineers, REPL simplifies the testing of code snippets and the integration of scripts with other parts of the Apify ecosystem.

✨ Features

• Instant Execution: Run Node.js code without setup delays.
• Bundled Libraries: Comes pre-packaged with Puppeteer, Chrome, and essential NPM packages.
• API Access: Execute scripts via API by sending a simple JSON input.
• Dependency Management: Easily manage your project's dependencies.
• Interactive Environment: Write, test, and debug your code all in one place.

🛠️ How to Use It

Step-by-step tutorial:

1. Go to the tool’s page: REPL - Apify
2. Click “Try for free” or “Run actor”.
3. Fill in the required input fields:
   • JSON input with a single property: {"code": "your_node_js_code_here"}
4. Click “Run” and wait for results.
5. Download results or send to webhook.

🧪 Sample Input (JSON)

json { "code": "console.log('Hello World!')" }

📤 Output Data (Fields)

• output: The result of your executed JavaScript code.

💰 Pricing This actor is priced at $0.01 per execution. There is a free tier available for testing.

👨‍💻 Built By The REPL actor is developed by the team at Apify.com.

✅ Final Thoughts REPL is perfect for developers looking for a quick and efficient way to run Node.js scripts. With its bundled libraries and easy access via API, it’s a must-try for anyone working in web development or automation.

🔗 Try the Actor Now 👉 https://apify.com/mnmkng/repl?fpr=aawxs