Esbuild: Detailed Overview & Metrics
esbuild is a fast and efficient JavaScript bundler and minifier that focuses on speed and simplicity. It is known for its blazing-fast build times, thanks to its written-in-Go architecture that compiles JavaScript and TypeScript code swiftly. esbuild supports various features like tree shaking, JSX transformation, and code splitting, making it a powerful tool for optimizing and bundling web applications.
Compared to other popular bundlers like Webpack and Rollup, esbuild stands out for its speed and minimal configuration requirements. It is actively maintained and continuously improved, making it a promising choice for developers looking for a performant build tool.
Alternatives:
swc+
vite+
rollup+
parcel+
webpack+
snowpack+
tsup+
rspack+
microbundle+
fuse-box+
Tags: javascriptbundlerminifieroptimizationtypescript