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Marked.js vs ShowdownJS

A side-by-side look at Marked.js and ShowdownJS. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Marked.js

Marked.js

Development

Marked.js is a markdown parser and compiler for JavaScript. It allows you to convert markdown text into HTML very easily in the browser or Node.js. It has a simple API, is highly extensible through plugins, supports common dialects like GitHub Flavored Markdown, and works seamlessly in all modern browsers.

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ShowdownJS

ShowdownJS

Development

ShowdownJS is an open-source JavaScript markdown to HTML converter library. It allows web developers to convert markdown formatted text into HTML on the client-side in the browser. It's lightweight, simple to integrate, and used in many web apps and sites that accept markdown input.

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