Angular Compiler version 16.2.12 represents a minor point release in the Angular framework's compiler library, building upon the foundation laid by version 16.2.11. Both versions share the same core description: "Angular - the compiler library," underscoring their fundamental role in translating Angular templates and TypeScript code into optimized JavaScript for efficient browser execution. A critical difference lies in their peer dependency: version 16.2.12 mandates @angular/core version 16.2.12, while version 16.2.11 requires @angular/core version 16.2.11. This dependency highlights the importance of maintaining alignment between the compiler and core Angular modules for optimal performance and compatibility.
Both versions depend on tslib at version "^2.3.0", ensuring consistent TypeScript helper functionalities. Developers should note that the fileCount (168) and unpackedSize (8093327 bytes) of the distributed tarballs remain identical across both releases, suggesting that the changes primarily involve code modifications rather than alterations to the number or size of assets. The @angular/compiler facilitates features like ahead-of-time (AOT) compilation and template type checking, enhancing application performance and developer productivity. The update from 16.2.11 to 16.2.12, released approximately a week apart reflects ongoing refinements; developers are advised to always use the latest compatible version.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 16.2.12 of the package @angular/compiler