Question 1

tinyhttp vs Express: which one should I use?

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Use tinyhttp if you prioritize a modern, lightweight framework with TypeScript and ESM support, and can accept a smaller ecosystem. Choose Express for maximum community support, maturity, and extensive middleware options.

Question 2

How to migrate from Express to tinyhttp?

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Install @tinyhttp/app, convert your project to ESM, and update imports. Since tinyhttp is compatible with Express middleware, you can reuse existing middlewares, but ensure your codebase supports ESM and Node.js 16+.

Question 3

Does tinyhttp work with CommonJS?

Accepted Answer

No, tinyhttp is ESM-only and requires ECMAScript Modules. If your project uses CommonJS, you'll need to migrate to ESM or use a compatibility layer, which adds complexity.

Question 4

What Node.js version is required for tinyhttp?

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tinyhttp requires Node.js 16 or higher, as it targets modern JavaScript features like native ESM and async/await, dropping support for older versions.

Question 5

Is tinyhttp production-ready?

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Yes, tinyhttp is stable and used in production, but it's a newer project with a smaller community than Express. Evaluate based on your need for ecosystem support and long-term stability.

Question 6

How to handle async errors in tinyhttp?

Accepted Answer

tinyhttp has built-in support for asynchronous error handling, allowing you to use async/await in middleware without additional wrappers, similar to modern Express patterns but with cleaner integration.

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