Embark on a captivating journey through the evolution of the npm website in this JSConf Iceland 2016 talk. Discover the site's transformation from a pioneering Node.js application without client-side JavaScript to a sophisticated web application with comprehensive frameworks. Explore the successes, challenges, and valuable lessons learned over 2.5 years of development, including the introduction of the iconic wombat, the formation of the web team, and the adoption of small modules. Gain insights into the intricacies of working on a high-profile website and learn about the hardest lessons faced by the team. Conclude with a glimpse into the future direction of the npm website and its ongoing development.