Angular developers should note the subtle differences between @angular/compiler versions 7.2.8 and 7.2.9. Both versions, described as "Angular - the compiler library," share identical dependencies, relying on tslib version ^1.9.0. The licensing remains MIT, and the source code repository is the same, hosted on GitHub under the Angular project. The file count within the distributed tarball also stays constant at 608 files. However, a closer look reveals nuanced adjustments.
The unpacked size sees a minor decrease from 26,755,572 bytes in version 7.2.8 to 26,755,566 bytes in version 7.2.9, indicating slight optimizations or adjustments in the compiled code or included assets. More significantly, the release dates differ, with version 7.2.9 being released on March 12, 2019, a week after 7.2.8, released on March 6, 2019. This time difference suggests that version 7.2.9 likely incorporates bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor feature enhancements discovered or implemented since the 7.2.8 release. Developers are advised to upgrade to version 7.2.9 to benefit from these potential stability and performance gains. Always consult the official Angular changelog for detailed information on specific fixes and improvements introduced in each version to ensure a smooth upgrade process and to understand the impact on your Angular applications.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.2.9 of the package @angular/compiler