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brew install deno v2.8.3 MIT

Secure TypeScript and JavaScript runtime with built-in tooling, a drop-in alternative to Node.js.

Why you might care

Deno enforces security by default (explicit permissions), includes a formatter, linter, and test runner out-of-the-box, and natively supports TypeScript without extra setup. It's a modern refresh of the Node.js ecosystem if you want fewer dependencies and stronger sandboxing; if you're heavily invested in npm, stick with Node.

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