I've recently used Require.js to load JS libraries (client-side) and had more problems (working around libraries that know nothing about R.JS/AMD), than benefit

I've recently used Require.js to load JS libraries (client-side) and had more problems (working around libraries that know nothing about R.JS/AMD), than benefits. Not sure how it is with CommonJS. IMHO, when compared to asset compilers in many modern frameworks, the profits are disputable.