XML Reader

xml-reader is a lightweight and performant XML parser designed for both Node.js and browser environments, including modern platforms like React Native, ServiceWorkers, and WebWorkers. Currently at stable version 2.4.3, the library focuses on providing a simple, event-driven, and synchronous API for parsing XML documents. It supports incremental processing, allowing for efficient handling of large XML streams with low memory usage in its dedicated stream mode. While not a rapid release cycle, the project receives maintenance updates for bug fixes, such as the recent 2.4.3 patch for parent node references in text nodes. Its key differentiators include its small footprint, versatile environment compatibility, and the ability to process XML piece-by-piece, making it suitable for real-time or resource-constrained applications, particularly when combined with its companion `xml-query` package for data extraction.