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# Setup

### Installation and Setup

#### Q: How do I install the Stoobly JavaScript library?

**A:** Install the library as a dev dependency using npm or yarn.

**Example:**

```bash
# Install with npm
npm install stoobly --save-dev

# Install with yarn
yarn add -D stoobly
```

#### Q: What are the requirements for using the Stoobly JavaScript library?

**A:** The library requires Node.js 18 or higher and works with Playwright and Cypress test frameworks.

**Example:**

```bash
# Check Node version
node --version
# Should output v18.0.0 or higher

# Install with Playwright
npm install stoobly @playwright/test --save-dev

# Install with Cypress
npm install stoobly cypress --save-dev
```

#### Q: How do I import the Stoobly library?

**A:** Import the library using ES modules or CommonJS syntax.

**Example:**

```javascript
// ES modules (recommended)
import Stoobly from 'stoobly';
import { RecordPolicy, RecordOrder, RecordStrategy } from 'stoobly/constants';

// CommonJS
const Stoobly = require('stoobly');
const { RecordPolicy, RecordOrder, RecordStrategy } = require('stoobly/constants');
```


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