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Data-driven explainers for npm trends, package comparisons, bundle optimization, maintenance risk, and developer-tooling decisions.

  1. 10 min read

    CSS Framework Packages (2026)

    Tailwind CSS, UnoCSS, and StyleX: CSS framework packages compared — bundle size, performance, DX, and which one fits your project in 2026 Free options covered.

    css · tailwind · unocss

  2. 10 min read

    Monorepo Tools Compared: Turborepo vs Nx vs Lerna 2026

    Turborepo, Nx, and Lerna: JavaScript monorepo tools compared — benchmarks, features, and guidance on which one fits your project in 2026 Free options covered.

    monorepo · turborepo · nx

  3. 10 min read

    Node.js vs Deno vs Bun: Runtime Comparison for 2026

    Node.js, Deno, and Bun: JavaScript runtime comparison — performance benchmarks, compatibility, and ecosystem support. Which to choose in 2026 Updated.

    nodejs · deno · bun

  4. 9 min read

    npm vs Yarn vs pnpm (2026)

    A data-driven comparison of npm, Yarn, and pnpm in 2026. We tested install speeds, disk usage, security features, and monorepo support to find the best.

    npm · yarn · pnpm

  5. 13 min read

    ORM Packages Compared (2026)

    Prisma, Drizzle, and TypeORM: TypeScript ORM comparison — performance, type safety, query flexibility, and which fits your project in 2026 Free options covered.

    orm · prisma · drizzle

  6. 9 min read

    npm Package Security: Best Practices for 2026

    Protect your project from supply chain attacks, malicious packages, and dependency vulnerabilities. A practical security guide for npm users in 2026 now.

    security · npm · supply-chain

  7. 4 min read

    State Management in 2026: Beyond Redux

    Compare Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Jotai, Valtio, Signals, and TanStack Store by documented APIs, dated package data, and fit for different client-state models.

    state-management · react · zustand

  8. 11 min read

    Testing Compared: Vitest vs Jest vs Playwright 2026

    Vitest, Jest, and Playwright: JavaScript testing tools compared — unit, integration, and E2E. Performance benchmarks, features, and when to use each Updated.

    testing · vitest · jest

  9. 10 min read

    Top React Component Libraries Compared in 2026

    shadcn/ui, Radix UI, Material UI, and Ant Design: React component libraries compared — features, bundle size, and developer experience for 2026 Updated.

    react · component-library · ui

  10. 12 min read

    Essential TypeScript Utility Packages for 2026

    The best TypeScript utility packages to know in 2026 — from validation with Zod to type helpers with ts-reset. Curated picks with real download data Updated.

    typescript · utility · zod

  11. 7 min read

    Best React UI Libraries: MUI vs Ant Design (2026)

    shadcn/ui, Radix UI, MUI, and Ant Design: React UI libraries compared with npm data — downloads, bundle sizes, component counts, and DX in 2026 Updated.

    react · ui-libraries · mui

  12. 9 min read

    Electron vs Tauri 2026: Bundle Size, RAM, Security and Team Fit

    Electron vs Tauri in 2026: compare bundle size, memory, security defaults, WebView trade-offs, native APIs, mobile support, and team fit.

    electron · tauri · desktop

  13. 11 min read

    HTMX vs React 2026: 14KB vs 47KB — When Each Wins

    HTMX: 14KB, zero build step, 94K weekly downloads. React: 47KB+, 96M weekly downloads. Here's exactly when to choose HTMX vs React in 2026.

    htmx · react · javascript

  14. 9 min read

    TanStack Query vs SWR (2026)

    TanStack Query vs SWR (2026): 12.3M vs 7.7M weekly downloads, bundle sizes, features, and DX compared with real npm data. Which to use in 2026 Updated.

    tanstack-query · swr · react

  15. 9 min read

    Best JavaScript Testing Frameworks Compared (2026)

    Jest, Vitest, Playwright, and Cypress: JavaScript testing frameworks compared with real npm data. Which to use in 2026 and when Compare pricing and use cases.

    testing · javascript · vitest

  16. 9 min read

    Express vs Fastify: Node.js Framework Choice 2026

    A data-driven comparison of Express and Fastify — performance benchmarks, ecosystem size, DX, and real npm data. Fastify is 3-5x faster, but that's not the.

    express · fastify · nodejs

The 2026 JavaScript Stack Cheatsheet

One PDF: the best package for every category (ORMs, bundlers, auth, testing, state management). Used by 500+ devs. Free, updated monthly.