Angular core version 16.2.1 represents a minor update to the popular Angular framework, building upon the foundation laid by version 16.2.0. Both versions share the same core description, defining themselves as the core framework. They maintain identical dependency requirements, relying on tslib version 2.3.0 or higher. Similarly, the peer dependencies for rxjs (versions 6.5.3 or later, or 7.4.0 or later) and zone.js (version 0.13.0) remain unchanged, ensuring compatibility with existing Angular projects. The licensing, repository details, and author information are also consistent between the two releases, pointing to a continuous development effort by the Angular team.
The key differences lie in the dist section and releaseDate. Version 16.2.1, released on August 16, 2023, arrives approximately a week after version 16.2.0 which was released on August 9, 2023. The file count remains the same at 326, but a slight increase in unpackedSize from 18972186 to 18978112 suggests minor code additions or optimizations. While seemingly small, this change could encompass bug fixes, performance enhancements, or new minor features. For developers, upgrading from 16.2.0 to 16.2.1 is likely a low-risk endeavor offering potential stability improvements and minor enhancements without introducing breaking changes. Developers should review the official Angular changelog for a complete list of changes included in version 16.2.1.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 16.2.1 of the package @angular/core
