Introducing Valibot: A lightweight Zod alternative

Valibot is a newly introduced JavaScript schema library designed for validating structural data, emphasizing its lightweight and modular nature compared to more established libraries like Yup and Zod. Released in July 2023, Valibot has gained traction, particularly for its optimized source code that significantly reduces bundle sizes, which can be beneficial for client-side form validation. The library supports various TypeScript types and offers features such as type safety, a seamless developer experience, and the ability to create custom validations. The article explores Valibot's functionalities through examples, including form validation with React Hook Form, and highlights its potential for improving application performance. Despite its advantages, the documentation is currently incomplete, reflecting its recent release, but Valibot remains a promising option for developers aiming to enhance their applications with efficient schema validation.