awesome-eslint vs awesome-javascript
Curated JavaScript ecosystem directories compared
awesome-eslint and awesome-javascript are curated directories that help developers discover projects through categorized links and short descriptions. awesome-eslint focuses on ESLint configurations and related tooling, while awesome-javascript covers a broader range of browser-side JavaScript libraries and resources.
awesome-eslint: Find ESLint Configs, Plugins, and Tools
A curated directory of ESLint configurations, plugins, parsers, formatters, and related tools. Use it to discover options for a language, framework, workflow, or linting need before choosing what to add to a project.
awesome-javascript: Browse Curated Browser-Side JavaScript Resources
A categorized directory of browser-side JavaScript libraries, tools, and learning resources. Use it to explore options across areas such as testing, UI, visualization, storage, and machine learning.
| awesome-eslint | awesome-javascript | |
|---|---|---|
| Language | not specified | — |
| License | CC0-1.0 | — |
| Stars | 4.8k | 35k |
| Forks | 256 | 4.6k |
| Last analyzed | Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 |
Key differences
- awesome-eslint centers on linting, listing configurations, plugins, parsers, formatters, and related tools; awesome-javascript spans areas such as UI, testing, storage, visualization, and machine learning.
- awesome-eslint organizes options around ESLint needs and plugin purposes, while awesome-javascript groups resources by JavaScript task and domain.
- awesome-eslint highlights use cases such as finding framework-specific lint rules and resources for ESLint plugin authors; awesome-javascript also serves learners exploring JavaScript libraries and articles.
- awesome-eslint is licensed CC0-1.0; awesome-javascript's license is not included in the supplied project details.
- awesome-javascript has 35k stars and 4.6k forks, compared with 4.8k stars and 256 forks for awesome-eslint.
- Both are reference lists rather than software packages, and both advise checking individual projects for suitability and maintenance before adopting them.
Choose awesome-eslint if you…
- need to find ESLint configurations, plugins, parsers, or formatters.
- want to browse linting options for a language, framework, or concern such as security or testing.
- are developing an ESLint plugin and want to explore related tools and resources.
Choose awesome-javascript if you…
- are comparing browser-side JavaScript libraries across areas such as UI, charts, storage, or testing.
- want to explore JavaScript tools and learning resources across a wide range of categories.
- are evaluating alternatives before choosing a dependency for a browser application.
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