npm ERR! exited with error code: 128

This error message indicates that an npm command has failed with an exit code of 128. The specific cause of the error can vary depending on the command being executed.

Some common causes of this error include:

1. Git is not installed or not configured correctly on your system.
2. The npm registry is down or experiencing issues.
3. The package you are trying to install has a dependency that is not available or not compatible with your system.

To troubleshoot this error, you can try the following steps:

1. Check that Git is installed and configured correctly on your system.
2. Try running the npm command again after a few minutes to see if the registry is back up.
3. Check the package documentation to see if there are any known issues or dependencies that may be causing the error.
4. Try updating npm to the latest version.
5. If all else fails, try uninstalling and reinstalling the package.