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JerryScript

Ultra-lightweight JavaScript engine for the Internet of Things and microcontrollers.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars7.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Microcontroller JsEmbedded Iot RuntimeMcu Javascript EngineOpenjs JerryscriptDeveloper Tools
Overview

Why consider JerryScript?

JerryScript is an open-source, ultra-lightweight JavaScript engine written in C by Samsung and the OpenJS Foundation. Designed to execute JavaScript on microcontrollers with less than 64 KB of RAM, JerryScript brings JavaScript automation to smart wearables and embedded devices.

Guided learning

Learn JerryScript by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of JerryScript

JerryScript executes JavaScript scripts on resource-constrained microcontrollers.

Quickstart

bash
1git clone https://github.com/jerryscript-project/jerryscript.git
2cd jerryscript && python tools/build.py

JerryScript is licensed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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JerryScript FAQs

JerryScript is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

JerryScript is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

JerryScript is listed as an alternative to Duktape. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.