ES Modules vs CommonJS

Developers should learn ES Modules to write modular, maintainable JavaScript code that works natively in modern browsers and Node meets developers should learn commonjs when working with node. Here's our take.

ES Modules

Nice Pick

Developers should learn ES Modules to write modular, maintainable JavaScript code that works natively in modern browsers and Node

Pros

• js, reducing reliance on build tools for basic module functionality
• Related to: javascript, node-js

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

CommonJS

Developers should learn CommonJS when working with Node

Pros

• js applications, as it is the default module system in Node
• Related to: node-js, javascript

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use ES Modules if: You want js, reducing reliance on build tools for basic module functionality and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use CommonJS if: You prioritize js applications, as it is the default module system in node over what ES Modules offers.

The Bottom Line

ES Modules wins

Developers should learn ES Modules to write modular, maintainable JavaScript code that works natively in modern browsers and Node