karma-phantomjs-launcher streamlines testing workflows by enabling Karma to launch PhantomJS, a headless WebKit browser. This pairing allows developers to run JavaScript unit tests in a simulated browser environment, providing a quick and efficient way to evaluate code behavior without requiring a visible browser instance. Ideal for automated testing and CI environments, it simplifies the execution of tests across different platforms and ensures consistent results. This launcher simplifies setup and configuration, making it a valuable asset for Javascript projects.
The npm package karma-phantomjs-launcher saw frequent releases between March 2013 and March 2017, with multiple versions in some months. After March 2017, the package had no releases. As of September 12, 2025, the package has not been updated in over 7 years and 6 months.
Karma-phantomjs-launcher downloads show fluctuations. From March 2024 to February 2025, downloads ranged from ~304k to ~607k. A significant peak occurred in June 2025 (~785k), followed by a decline to ~186k in September 2025, though this month's data is incomplete.
