First-Party Libraries
First-party libraries are software libraries or packages that are developed, maintained, and officially supported by the same organization or entity that creates the core technology or platform they extend. They are designed to provide seamless integration, official APIs, and guaranteed compatibility with the parent technology. Examples include React libraries from Meta, Angular modules from Google, or .NET packages from Microsoft.
Developers should use first-party libraries when building applications on a specific platform or framework to ensure reliability, security, and long-term support, as they are vetted and updated in sync with the core technology. They are ideal for enterprise projects, production environments, and when adhering to best practices, as they reduce compatibility issues and provide official documentation and community backing.