Can Vercel's build resource limits (memory, time) cause an 'npm run build exited with 1' error, and how can I mitigate this?

Yes, large projects or inefficient build processes can hit Vercel's build resource limits (e.g., memory for large dependency trees or long build times). If you see `OOM` (Out Of Memory) errors or the build times out in the logs, consider: 1. **Optimizing dependencies:** Reduce bundle size, remove unused packages. 2. **Parallelizing builds:** If possible, though often handled by build tools. 3. **Vercel Build Cache:** Ensure it's effectively used. 4. **Upgrading Vercel plan:** Higher plans might offer increased resources, though optimization is generally preferred.