Bun: A New JavaScript Runtime with Built-in Development Tools
By
Gabe Perez
Lacks bite. And filling. And a copy-editor at the bakery.
Summary
Bun is a new JavaScript runtime that serves as an alternative to Node.js, featuring built-in tools including a native bundler, transpiler, task runner, and npm client for handling JavaScript and TypeScript projects.
Key quotes
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Bun is a new JavaScript runtime with a native bundler, transpiler, task runner, and npm client built-in.
A fast JS runtime Node.js replacement with built‑in tools
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