The runes2 npm package experienced sporadic releases. Initial releases occurred in March and May 2018, and May and June 2020. Subsequent releases were less frequent from July 2021 to November 2023 with small bursts. The most recent version was released in January 2024, and no releases have occurred since.
Runes2 offers enhanced Unicode support for JavaScript, going beyond the limitations of basic UTF-16 encoding. This allows for correct handling of rare and complex characters, emojis, and grapheme clusters. It provides accurate string length calculations, proper character iteration, and robust manipulation of Unicode text. Essential for applications needing to process diverse scripts and symbols, ensuring consistent and reliable results across different platforms. Runes2 simplifies working with Unicode by addressing the complexities of character representation.
Runes2 npm package downloads show a strong upward trend from March 2024 to August 2025, peaking above 700,000. September 2025 downloads are significantly lower, likely due to incomplete monthly data, but the overall growth trajectory indicates increasing popularity.
