Parcel: Detailed Overview & Metrics

v2.12.0(29 days ago)

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@parcel/core is a core module of the Parcel bundler, a fast and zero-config web application bundler. It efficiently bundles assets like JavaScript, CSS, and images, optimizing them for production. Parcel's unique feature is its ability to automatically analyze dependencies and build a dependency graph, resulting in faster rebuild times and optimized output.

Compared to other bundlers like Webpack and Rollup, Parcel offers a simpler configuration setup and faster build times due to its out-of-the-box support for features like code splitting, hot module replacement, and tree shaking. It is actively maintained and recommended for projects requiring quick setup and efficient bundling.

Alternatives:
webpack+
rollup+
esbuild+
vite+
snowpack+
browserify+
gulp+
microbundle+
fuse-box+
brunch+

Tags: bundlerwebassetszero-configdependency-graph