Uglify-js releases were most frequent from 2017-2021, peaking in early to mid-2017 with many minor version bumps. Release frequency drastically slowed after 2021, with only a few releases in 2022,2024, and none so far in 2025. The package seems to be mostly unmaintained now.
uglify-js is a JavaScript parser, mangler, and compressor/beautifier toolkit. It's invaluable for optimizing JavaScript code for production, reducing file size by shortening variable names and removing whitespace. It supports ES6+ syntax and offers extensive customization options through its API, allowing fine-grained control over the minification process. Popular for optimizing web performance, uglify-js is a widely used choice for JavaScript developers aiming for smaller, faster web applications.
Uglify-js npm package downloads show fluctuating popularity. From March 2024 to February 2025, downloads generally trended upwards, peaking in November 2024. There's a noticeable surge from May to July 2025, followed by a significant drop in September 2025, likely due to incomplete data for the current month.
