Registry / lodash._bindcallback

lodash._bindcallback

JSON →
library3.0.1jsnpmunverified

lodash._bindcallback is an internal utility module extracted from Lodash v3, specifically version 3.0.1. Its core functionality involves binding the `this` context and normalizing arguments for callback functions, primarily to ensure consistent behavior across various higher-order functions within the main Lodash library. This package represents an older architectural approach where certain Lodash internals were published as separate npm modules. It is not actively maintained as a standalone entity, with its last update aligning with Lodash v3. The main Lodash package is currently in its v4 series, meaning this specific internal module is effectively superseded or refactored within the modern Lodash codebase. Developers are generally discouraged from using this package directly in new projects, as its API is unstable, not guaranteed to be compatible with newer Lodash versions or modern JavaScript environments, and lacks independent maintenance.

npm install lodash._bindcallback
github ↗package ↗homepage ↗
INSTALL
IMPORT
SIG · LODASH._BINDCALLBA
L
lodash._bindcallback
javascriptv3.0.1
Install
—
Import
—
Disk
—
Pass rate
0/ 6
Env Coverage0 / 6
glibc
18–22
musl
18–22
Install & Compatibility
Where this runs
tested against v? · npm install
Install × environment matrix
Each cell = how many times install + import succeeded across repeated harness runs. Partial = flaky.
glibc = Debian/Ubuntu slim · musl = Alpine Linux
musl
node 18–226 runs
build_error
glibc
node 18–226 runs
build_error
Code
Verified usage

Verified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.

bindCallback
✓ const bindCallback = require('lodash._bindcallback');
✗ import { bindCallback } from 'lodash._bindcallback';
This package is primarily a CommonJS module from Lodash v3. While ESM `import` might work via transpilation, the `require` syntax is the intended and most reliable way to use it.
bindCallback (ESM)
✓ import bindCallback from 'lodash._bindcallback';
✗ import { bindCallback } from 'lodash._bindcallback';
For ESM environments, this package *may* be usable with a default import if your build system supports CommonJS interop. However, given its age and CJS origin, direct ESM support is not guaranteed and requires careful testing.

Demonstrates how to import `bindCallback` using CommonJS and use it to normalize the arguments and optionally bind the `this` context of a callback function.

const bindCallback = require('lodash._bindcallback'); function myApiFunction(a, b, callback) { // Simulate async operation setTimeout(() => { const result = a + b; // The callback might be called in different contexts or with varying arguments callback(null, result); }, 100); } // bindCallback normalizes the callback to always receive (error, result) // and binds 'this' if specified. const normalizedCallback = bindCallback(function(err, data) { if (err) { console.error('Error:', err); } else { console.log('Result:', data); } }); // Using the normalized callback myApiFunction(5, 3, normalizedCallback); // Example with 'this' context (though less common for this specific package's use-case) const context = { id: 'test' }; const normalizedCallbackWithContext = bindCallback(function(err, data) { if (err) { console.error('Error in context', this.id, ':', err); } else { console.log('Result in context', this.id, ':', data); } }, context); myApiFunction(10, 2, normalizedCallbackWithContext);
Debug
Known issues
breakingThis package is an internal utility from Lodash v3. Its API and behavior are not guaranteed to be stable or compatible with applications using Lodash v4 or newer, as the internal implementation of `bindCallback` or its equivalents may have changed significantly.
fix
Avoid using internal Lodash packages directly. If similar functionality is needed, consider using a modern callback utility library or directly implementing argument normalization and context binding.
affects: >=3.0.2
gotchaAs an abandoned internal module, `lodash._bindcallback` receives no further updates, bug fixes, or security patches. Using it in production could introduce unaddressed vulnerabilities or compatibility issues with newer JavaScript runtimes or build tools.
fix
Migrate away from this package. If `lodash` is used, rely on its public API. For generic callback handling, use standard JavaScript features or well-maintained utility libraries.
affects: >=3.0.1
Errors
Common errors & fixes
TypeError: require(...) is not a function or is undefined
Attempting to use `lodash._bindcallback` in an ESM-only environment without proper CommonJS interop configuration in the build tool or transpiler.
fix
Ensure your build system (e.g., Webpack, Rollup, Babel) is configured to handle CommonJS modules from `node_modules`. For Node.js ESM projects, you might need to use `import bindCallback from 'lodash._bindcallback';` or wrap `require` in a compatibility layer.
TypeError: bindCallback is not a function
Incorrect import statement, such as attempting a named import `import { bindCallback } from 'lodash._bindcallback';` when it's a default export (or CommonJS module).
fix
Use the correct import syntax for a default export or CommonJS module: `const bindCallback = require('lodash._bindcallback');` for CommonJS or `import bindCallback from 'lodash._bindcallback';` for ESM with interop.
Upgrade
Version history
3.0.1latest on npm
Audit
Dependencies

No dependency data recorded yet.

Agent activity
2 hits · last 30 days
node
2
Resources
githubhttps://github.com/lodash/lodash ↗
packagehttps://www.npmjs.com/package/lodash._bindcallback ↗
homepagehttps://lodash.com/ ↗
lodash._bindcallback — npm install lodash._bindcallback · libregistry