Showdown

Showdown is a JavaScript library that converts Markdown text into HTML. It is a client-side Markdown to HTML converter that can be used in web browsers or Node.js environments. The library implements the Markdown specification with support for extensions and customizations.

Also known as: showdownjs, showdown.js, ShowdownJS, Markdown to HTML converter, md2html

Why learn Showdown?

Developers should use Showdown when they need to render user-generated Markdown content in web applications without server-side processing, such as in blogs, forums, or documentation sites. It is particularly useful for real-time preview features where users can see formatted output as they type Markdown, enhancing the user experience in content management systems.

Learning Resources

• docs: Showdown GitHub Repository
• docs: Showdown Documentation
• tutorial: Markdown to HTML with Showdown - Tutorial
• video: Showdown.js: A Markdown to HTML Converter - YouTube Video
• tutorial: Using Showdown in Node.js - Article