Angular developers considering upgrading the @angular/common package from version 4.3.3 to 4.3.4 should note the subtle yet important changes introduced in this incremental update, released on August 10, 2017, compared to the previous stable version released on August 2, 2017. Both versions share the same core description, providing commonly needed directives and services for Angular applications and have the same license MIT.
The key difference lies in the version of the peer dependency @angular/core. Version 4.3.4 of @angular/common requires @angular/core version 4.3.4, suggesting a tight integration and potentially essential fixes or enhancements in the core framework that @angular/common relies upon. Developers must ensure they upgrade @angular/core simultaneously to avoid compatibility issues. The dependencies for both versions include "tslib":"^1.7.1",
The update likely incorporates bug fixes and minor improvements. While the provided data doesn't detail specific changes, the update timing within the same month hints at addressing any crucial issues that surfaced shortly after the 4.3.3 release. To fully understand the implications of this update, developers should consult the official Angular changelog and release notes for the 4.3.4 version to identify any critical bug fixes or performance enhancements that would affect their applications. The dist field provides the tarball URL for direct download and inspection.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 4.3.4 of the package @angular/common