BigNumber.js is a JavaScript library for arbitrary-precision arithmetic, allowing precise handling of large numbers without losing accuracy. It provides methods for performing arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on numbers with many digits. BigNumber.js is particularly useful for applications that involve financial calculations, cryptography, or any scenario where precision is crucial.
Compared to native JavaScript number handling, BigNumber.js offers the ability to work with numbers of any size without running into issues related to floating-point precision. It ensures accurate calculations even with extremely large or small numbers, making it a reliable choice for projects requiring precise numeric computations.
Alternatives: decimal.js, math.js, big.js
Tags: javascriptarbitrary-precisionarithmeticnumbersprecision