What is 'emfile' and why might it be contributing to this error?

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What is 'emfile' and why might it be contributing to this error?
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'emfile' is a fast, lightweight file watcher for Node.js. While efficient, it can sometimes be overly aggressive in watching files, especially in complex projects with many dependencies. It's a common culprit when dealing with this error.