Bun
LaunchedA fast JavaScript runtime, bundler, test runner and package manager in one binary.
About Bun
Bun is an all-in-one JavaScript and TypeScript toolkit written in Zig and built on JavaScriptCore. One executable provides a Node.js-compatible runtime, a package manager, a bundler and a test runner, with TypeScript and JSX supported out of the box and a focus on startup speed and performance.
Bun in brief
What is Bun?
Bun is an all-in-one JavaScript and TypeScript toolkit written in Zig and built on JavaScriptCore.
Is Bun launched yet?
Yes. Bun is launched and generally available.
Where can I try Bun?
Bun is live at bun.sh.
Is Bun open source?
Bun has a public repository at github.com/oven-sh/bun. Check the licence file there, since a public repository is not always an open source licence.
What kind of tool is Bun?
Bun is listed under Developer Tools and Open Source on TeaserTrack.
What are the alternatives to Bun?
Biome, Copperhead and Drop are listed in the same space on TeaserTrack, each with its own status and launch date.
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