What is Svelte and how does it differ from other JavaScript frameworks?

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Svelte is a modern JavaScript framework that compiles components into highly efficient, imperative code at build time, unlike other frameworks that rely on a virtual DOM. This means Svelte applications often have smaller bundles and faster runtime performance. By handling updates at compile time, Svelte reduces the overhead typically associated with traditional frameworks, leading to more efficient applications. This approach allows developers to write less boilerplate code and focus more on building features, resulting in cleaner and more maintainable codebases.

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