Tiny, standards-backed, type-safe HTTP status codes for Node.js and browsers.
http-status-lite is a software package created to make a real workflow clearer, faster, and easier to trust. It turns a focused product idea into something people can use, evaluate, and understand without needing to inspect the source code.
Why http-status-lite exists
Developers need status-code names, categories, and lifecycle metadata without memorized numeric checks, stale hand-written lists, or a heavy dependency.
The goal is not simply to add another tool. http-status-lite is designed to reduce the friction around that problem and give people a more dependable way to complete the work.
What it delivers
- Consumers can retrieve status metadata.
- Classify success/client/server categories.
- Parse and validate codes.
- Use a reviewable standards snapshot without runtime network access.
The experience
Tiny, standards-backed, type-safe HTTP status codes for Node.js and browsers.
The project brings the important parts of the workflow into one coherent experience. Its interface and behavior are shaped around the people using it, while the implementation stays focused on predictable results and honest feedback.
What to know
Every product has boundaries. These are the most important considerations for http-status-lite:
- IANA registry state changes over time.
- Obsolete, temporary, and unused codes must remain distinguishable.
- API typing and ESM/CommonJS compatibility must not depend on live network access.
These limitations are presented openly so visitors can understand where the project works well, what it depends on, and what may change in future versions.
Current status
Published npm package. The current release demonstrates the core value of the project and the main end-to-end experience.
My role was library design and package engineering, covering typed apis, compatibility, and package distribution. The related case study explains the decisions and delivery process in greater depth for visitors who want the engineering story behind the product.