@angular/platform-browser-dynamic is an essential Angular library that empowers developers to run Angular applications directly in a web browser using Just-In-Time (JIT) compilation. Comparing versions 7.0.0 and 7.0.1 reveals subtle but potentially important differences for developers. Both rely on tslib for TypeScript helper functions and share the same core dependencies: @angular/core, @angular/common, @angular/compiler, and @angular/platform-browser. The key distinction lies in the versions of these peer dependencies; version 7.0.1 requires its peer dependencies to also be at version 7.0.1, while version 7.0.0 requires version 7.0.0. This strict version alignment is crucial for Angular's internal consistency and to prevent unexpected behavior due to dependency mismatches.
Beyond dependency versions, the unpacked size of the library increased slightly from 624683 bytes in 7.0.0 to 626365 bytes in 7.0.1, hinting at potential bug fixes, minor feature additions, or code optimizations. While the changelog would provide definitive confirmation, developers should consider this when deploying. The release dates indicate a rapid update, with 7.0.1 released just days after 7.0.0, further suggesting bug fixes were the main driver . For new projects, always use the latest stable version i.e 7.0.1 as it incorporates the most up-to-date improvements and fixes. When upgrading, carefully review the Angular update guide for potential breaking changes which are usually included in version updates.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.0.1 of the package @angular/platform-browser-dynamic