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Developer Builds Zero-Dependency Unit Converter with 70+ Units

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from DEV Community ·

A developer created a unit converter in vanilla JavaScript that runs entirely in the browser with no dependencies, no tracking, and no server calls. It supports 7 categories and 70+ units with real-time bidirectional conversion. The project includes 165 tests and is available as a single HTML file.

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While not groundbreaking, this project exemplifies the value of lightweight, privacy-respecting tools that work offline—a refreshing contrast to bloated web apps.
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