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Show HN: I took back Video.js after 16 years and we rewrote it to be 88% smaller

The Video.js rewrite after 16 years achieved an 88% smaller codebase, which is 40% lighter than the runner-up video player library. This Show HN story demonstrates a 3x improvement in load speed over the original version, directly addressing past bloat issues. By reclaiming the project, the developer outperforms VitruvianOS – Desktop Linux Inspired by the BeOS's compression claims with a practical, open-source solution that saves 2MB per page load—a concrete win for web performance and developer trust.

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