paularmstrong/basejs
baseJS is a work-in-progress lightweight JavaScript library for Safari, Firefox, and especially Mobile Safari. Be sure to run 'git submodule init' and 'git submodule update' upon first clone of baseJS to get Sizzle imported.
Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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#687
MOST-STARRED JavaScript
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
basejs gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 63. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 4 stars a year. It ranks #687 among JavaScript repositories and #7,940 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
5
DAYS ON TRENDING
#3865
BEST RANK
Sep 25, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
basejs has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #3865. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
basejs is an open-source project written in JavaScript: baseJS is a work-in-progress lightweight JavaScript library for Safari, Firefox, and especially Mobile Safari. Be sure to run 'git submodule init' and 'git submodule update' upon first clone of baseJS to get Sizzle imported.
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 basejs⚙ 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
basejs 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 basejs 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 GPL-3.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install basejs using your package manager: `npm install basejs`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for basejs.
Import basejs into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `basejs --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
paularmstrong/basejs is currently ranked #7,940 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does basejs do? +
baseJS is a work-in-progress lightweight JavaScript library for Safari, Firefox, and especially Mobile Safari. Be sure to run 'git submodule init' and 'git submodule update' upon first clone of baseJS to get Sizzle imported.
What language is basejs written in? +
The primary language is JavaScript. Topics include: software.
Is basejs actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on May 9, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does basejs have? +
basejs has 63 stars and 9 forks on GitHub.
How does basejs rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 63 stars, paularmstrong/basejs is ranked #7,940 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #687 among JavaScript projects.
What license is basejs distributed under? +
The repository reports a GPL-3.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
