mattiasw/ExifReader
A JavaScript Exif info parser.
Star History
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#168
MOST-STARRED JavaScript
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +7 | +25 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
ExifReader gained 25 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 997. It is about 15 years old and has averaged roughly 66 stars a year. It ranks #168 among JavaScript repositories and #2,641 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
4
DAYS ON TRENDING
#1671
BEST RANK
Sep 25, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
ExifReader has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #1671. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
ExifReader is an open-source project written in JavaScript: A JavaScript Exif info parser.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in JavaScript. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in JavaScript for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ npm install ExifReader⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Node.js >= 18 or modern Evergreen browser
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
ExifReader coordinates its core functionality through a modular JavaScript pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed ExifReader into JavaScript backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open MPL-2.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install ExifReader using your package manager: `npm install ExifReader`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for ExifReader.
Import ExifReader into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `ExifReader --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with JavaScript, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
mattiasw/ExifReader is currently ranked #2,641 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ExifReader do? +
A JavaScript Exif info parser.
What language is ExifReader written in? +
The primary language is JavaScript. Topics include: software.
Is ExifReader actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 27, 2026 with 4 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does ExifReader have? +
ExifReader has 997 stars and 107 forks on GitHub.
How does ExifReader rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 997 stars, mattiasw/ExifReader is ranked #2,641 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #168 among JavaScript projects.
What license is ExifReader distributed under? +
The repository reports a MPL-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
