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JavaScript has evolved over 30 years from a simple web scripting language to a dominant force in web development. Key moments include its creation by Brendan Eich in 1995, its standardization as ECMAScript, the rise of frameworks like jQuery and Angular, and the advent of new runtimes like Node.js and Deno. Recent developments include JavaScript in serverless computing, frameworks like React and Vue, and the continuous updates to ECMAScript standards.

A Brief History of JavaScript

Fresh, the web framework built by Deno, is progressing towards its version 2.0. Despite delays caused by necessary improvements to the core Deno platform, Fresh 2.0 is already powering deno.com and Deno Deploy. Fresh 2.0 brings new extensibility, speed enhancements, simplified APIs, and a robust plugin system, aiming for a stable release by late Q3 2025. Developers are encouraged to try out the pre-release alpha and provide feedback.

An Update on Fresh

Deno's official blog provides updates, tutorials, and use cases for Deno, a secure JavaScript/TypeScript runtime. Developers can explore Deno's features, security model, and ecosystem integrations, gaining insights into modern JavaScript development practices. With contributions from Deno core contributors and community members, the blog offers resources for developers adopting Deno for their projects.

Best of Deno — May 2025