JavaScript port of Apache Commons Validator
Commons-validator-js is an essential npm package for developers looking to incorporate robust validation techniques into their JavaScript applications. As a direct port of the renowned Apache Commons Validator, this node module brings a suite of validation utilities tailored for web forms and server-side application data. By leveraging commons-validator-js, developers can ensure data integrity and enhance user experience by validating data formats such as dates, emails, and URLs. This not only helps in maintaining the consistency of the data but also secures the application by preventing invalid data entries.
To integrate commons-validator-js into your JavaScript project, simply run the command "npm install commons-validator-js" in your project's root directory. This installation process integrates seamlessly with your existing Node.js environment, allowing you to start utilizing a wide array of validation functions immediately. The ease of installation and setup means that developers can quickly deploy data validation mechanisms, significantly reducing development time and potential bugs related to data handling.
The usage of commons-validator-js extends beyond simple data validation; it supports complex validation scenarios crucial for modern web development. This package supports multi-locale validation which is indispensable for global applications, ensuring that data inputs meet region-specific standards. Moreover, the regular updates and maintenance of the commons-validator-js package ensure that it stays current with the latest trends and best practices in data validation, providing developers and businesses with a reliable tool for maintaining high-quality data standards in their applications.
Core dependencies of this npm package and its dev dependencies.
lodash.includes, punycode, babel-cli, babel-plugin-transform-strict-mode, babel-preset-es2015, babel-preset-stage-2, babel-register, babel-runtime, chai, mocha, uglify-js, webpack
A README file for the commons-validator-js code repository. View Code
JavaScript port of Apache Commons Validator.
Install the library with npm install commons-validator-js
var EmailValidator = require('commons-validator-js').EmailValidator;
var validator = new EmailValidator();
validator.isValid('chuck.norris@gmail.com'); //=> true
validator.isValid('chuck.norris@gmail.con'); //=> false (can your validator do this?)
Install the library: bower install commons-validator-js
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Add a reference: 'bower_components/commons-validator-js/dist/commons-validator-js.js'
Then use the global constructor: var EmailValidator = CommonsValidator.EmailValidator;
and proceed as shown in the npm usage example above.