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Deno

Deno

Secure JavaScript and TypeScript runtime

Deno is a secure JavaScript/TypeScript runtime by Node.js creator Ryan Dahl. Built-in formatter, linter, test runner, and now excellent Node.js compatibility with Deno 2.

Panel Reviews

The Builder

The Builder

Developer Perspective

Ship

Deno 2's Node.js compatibility changes everything. Secure by default, great tooling, and now practical for real projects.

The Skeptic

The Skeptic

Reality Check

Ship

Deno 2 finally delivers on the promise. npm compatibility means you can actually use it without friction.

The Futurist

The Futurist

Big Picture

Ship

Security-first runtime design is correct for the AI era where you're running untrusted code. Deno Deploy is compelling.