Angular Compiler version 18.2.9 represents a subtle but important update over the previous stable release, 18.2.8. Both versions share identical dependencies, relying on tslib version 2.3.0 or higher for TypeScript helper functions and mandating a peer dependency on @angular/core corresponding to their respective version numbers. This indicates API compatibility is likely maintained. Both distributions offer the same file count of 187 and identical unpacked size of 9261949 bytes, suggesting that the changes are likely internal or affecting build processes rather than introducing substantially new code or assets.
The most significant difference lies in the release date. Version 18.2.9 was released on October 23, 2024, while version 18.2.8 was released on October 10, 2024. The two weeks spread between the releases indicates bug fixes and small improvements; developers should examine the Angular changelog or release notes for @angular/compiler specifically for details on specific resolved issues or minor feature enhancements included in version 18.2.9.
For developers using the @angular/compiler library, upgrading to version 18.2.9 offers the benefits of latest bugfixes with minimal risk of breaking changes thanks to same dependecies, with the exception of needing to update angular core. Always test in a non-production environment first when upgrading dependencies.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 18.2.9 of the package @angular/compiler