AVA is a minimalist JavaScript test runner offering a cleaner, more opinionated testing experience. Leveraging features like concurrent test execution, concise syntax, and enhanced assertion messages, AVA excels at making testing enjoyable and efficient. It encourages small, focused tests, reducing boilerplate and promoting maintainability. Perfect for simplifying your testing workflow and writing robust JavaScript applications.
AVA's release frequency has fluctuated since its initial release in 2014. It had bursts of activity in 2015, 2019 and 2020. Releases slowed significantly from 2021. There were no releases for the rest of 2021 for the entire year. After 2021, releases happened nearly every month, but slowed down again after 2023. In 2025 three releases were published from May to July.
Ava npm package downloads show a fluctuating trend from February 2024 to August 2025. Starting at 571,800, downloads generally increased until November 2024, followed by ups and downs. There was a significant jump in June and July 2025 but this August shows a considerable decrease so far.
