Guides tagged “bundle-size”
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Package Size Optimization and Tree Shaking 2026
Complete guide to npm package size optimization in 2026: tree shaking with ESM, sideEffects field, bundle analysis tools, size-limit CI checks, and eliminating.
Valibot vs Zod v4 in 2026: Bundle Size and Speed
Zod v4 narrows the gap: 14x faster parsing, 57% smaller bundle, and Zod Mini at 3.94 kB. Valibot still leads on size at 1.37 kB. We compare both for 2026.
Why Bundle Size Matters More Than Your Framework 2026
Your bundle size matters more than your framework choice for real-world performance. The data on what actually impacts Core Web Vitals and how to optimize it.
npm Dependency Trees: Most Nested Packages 2026
The npm packages with the deepest dependency trees in 2026, why nested dependencies compound risk, and how to audit and reduce your project's dependency depth.
The Hidden Cost of npm Dependencies 2026
npm dependencies cost more than bundle size — maintenance, security audits, update churn, and licensing all add up. How to calculate the true cost in 2026.
How Package Popularity Correlates with Bundle Size 2026
Do popular npm packages have bigger bundle sizes? The data on the popularity-to-size relationship in 2026, and what it means for choosing between alternatives.
The Rise of Zero-Dependency npm Libraries 2026
Why zero-dependency npm packages are growing in 2026 — supply chain security, smaller bundles, and how the best modern libraries are achieving more with less.
The Smallest Bundle: Top npm Packages Under 5KB 2026
The best npm packages under 5KB gzipped in 2026. Zero-dependency utilities, tiny alternatives to bloated libraries, and how to check bundle size before you.
Superstruct vs Zod: Lightweight vs Feature-Rich (2026)
Superstruct is a tiny, composable validation library. Zod has a richer API and TypeScript ecosystem. Compare their trade-offs for size vs features in 2026.
Unpacked Size Trends: Are npm Packages Getting 2026
Are npm packages growing in size over time? Data on unpacked size trends across the npm ecosystem, the packages that bloated and slimmed down, and what.
Why Bundle Size Still Matters in 2026
JavaScript bundle size directly impacts Core Web Vitals, conversion rates, and mobile UX in 2026. The actual performance cost of your dependencies, measured.
Bundle Size Optimization: Tools and Techniques for 2026
Reduce your JavaScript bundle size with these proven techniques and tools. Tree-shaking, code splitting, lazy loading, and the best analysis tools compared.
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.
How to Reduce Your JavaScript Bundle Size: A 2026 Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to cutting JavaScript bundle size — with real package comparisons from PkgPulse. Moment to Day.js alone saves 70KB in 2026.