fastest-levenshtein
npmv1.0.16TypeScriptFastest Levenshtein distance implementation in JS.
Overview
fastest-levenshtein is an npm package that fastest Levenshtein distance implementation in JS. The latest version is 1.0.16, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the npm ecosystem who need fastest Levenshtein distance implementation in JS and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to minimize your dependency tree, or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your npm stack.
Pros
- Ships TypeScript type definitions.
- Clear open-source license (MIT).
Cons
- Large dependency tree (21 direct dependencies) increases install size and audit surface.
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Version history
| Version | Published | License |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0.16latest | 4 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.15 | 4 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.14 | 4 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.13 | 4 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.12 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.11 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.10 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.9 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.8 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.7 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.6 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.5 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.4 | 6 years ago | MIT |
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| 1.0.2 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.1 | 6 years ago | MIT |
| 1.0.0 | 6 years ago | MIT |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install fastest-levenshtein?
Run `npm install fastest-levenshtein` to add fastest-levenshtein to your npm project.
What license is fastest-levenshtein released under?
fastest-levenshtein is distributed under the MIT license.
How popular is fastest-levenshtein?
fastest-levenshtein has approximately 0 downloads per week and 1 known dependent packages.