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Explore the complexities of module systems in JavaScript through this conference talk from JSConf EU 2018. Dive into the differences between ECMAScript Modules (ESM) and Common.js (CJS), examining their implementation challenges and ecosystem impact. Learn about the standardization of modules in ECMAScript 6, browser support for ESModules, and Node.js's traditional use of Common.js. Understand the difficulties in utilizing CJS code in ESModules and vice versa, and discover how the Node.js project navigates these challenges. Gain insights into the collaborative efforts between Node.js and the Web platform to create a unified module pattern for both client and server-side development. This 22-minute presentation offers a deep dive into the technical intricacies and potential ecosystem implications of module implementation in JavaScript.