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Holepunch's Bare Runtime: Why They Abandoned Node.js

Holepunch has created a new foundation for P2P applications with Bare runtime, overcoming the limitations of Node.js. Read more about it here.

The Holepunch team initially chose Node.js to build Pear, a decentralized application runtime. However, they encountered limitations due to Node.js's assumptions and bloat, which hindered their P2P architecture. Consequently, they developed Bare, a minimalist JavaScript runtime that discards the standard library of Node.js.

Bare offers a lightweight structure that allows developers to swap JavaScript engines and omits standard libraries like HTTP, facilitating the creation of a true P2P architecture. This new approach enables developers to move away from server logic, fostering the development of more resilient and decentralized systems.