Marked Project Description

What is the project about?

Marked is a low-level Markdown compiler/parser designed for speed and efficiency. It takes Markdown text as input and converts it into HTML.

What problem does it solve?

It provides a fast and lightweight way to convert Markdown to HTML, without the overhead of caching or long processing times. It solves the problem of needing a performant and reliable Markdown parsing solution. Critically, it does not sanitize the output, and leaves that to other libraries.

What are the features of the project?

• Speed: Built for high performance.
• Low-level: Operates as a compiler without caching.
• Lightweight: Minimal footprint while supporting all standard Markdown features.
• Compatibility: Works in browsers, on servers (Node.js), and via a command-line interface (CLI).
• Extensible: Offers options for customization and extension.
• Standards Compliant: Supports multiple markdown flavors and specifications.

What are the technologies used in the project?

• JavaScript (Node.js for server-side and CLI, plain JS for browser)
• npm (for package management)

What are the benefits of the project?

• Fast Markdown Parsing: Quickly converts Markdown to HTML.
• Versatile: Usable in various environments (browser, server, CLI).
• Lightweight and Efficient: Minimal resource usage.
• Easy to Use: Simple API for integration.
• Extensible: Can be customized and extended to fit specific needs.

What are the use cases of the project?

• Website Content: Rendering Markdown content on websites (e.g., blogs, documentation, forums).
• Documentation Generators: Creating HTML documentation from Markdown files.
• Markdown Editors: Providing preview functionality in Markdown editors.
• Command-Line Tools: Converting Markdown files to HTML via the command line.
• Server-Side Applications: Processing Markdown input on a server.
• Any application that needs to display user-provided Markdown.