SMRTR ProgrammingNov 18, 2024Lobsters

Importing a frontend Javascript library without a build system

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Julia Evan's guide to importing JavaScript libraries without a build system covers three main types of files: "classic" global variable files, ES Modules, and CommonJS modules. She explains how to identify and use each type, including techniques like import maps for ES Modules and using esm.sh for CommonJS modules. The post aims to help developers navigate library imports without relying on complex build systems.

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