`read-package-json-fast` is a utility for quickly parsing and normalizing `package.json` files in Node.js projects, specifically designed for use within `node_modules` trees. It's ideal for developers working with npm packages who need a fast, minimal way to read and normalize package manifests without the overhead of full validation or cleanup. The module handles common inconsistencies like `bundledDependencies` naming, `funding` field formatting, and script validation, making it a lightweight alternative to `read-package-json`.