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How does JavaScript handle module caching?
Updated May 6, 2026
Short answer
Modules are cached after the first import and reused.
Deep explanation
ES modules are singleton instances. Once evaluated, they are stored in module cache. Subsequent imports return the same reference, improving performance and ensuring consistency.
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