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@angular/platform-browser

18.0.0

Comparision Betweeen 18.0.0 and 17.3.12

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Version 18.0.0 Details

The @angular/platform-browser package, a crucial part of the Angular framework for web browser integration, sees a major version update from 17.3.12 to 18.0.0. While both versions share the same fundamental purpose and MIT license, several key differences emerge that are of interest to developers.

The most significant change is the jump in the Angular core version. Version 18.0.0 requires Angular core, common and animations also at version 18.0.0, marking a substantial update to the entire Angular ecosystem. This likely introduces new features, performance improvements, and potentially breaking changes requiring developers to update their entire Angular application to maintain compatibility. The newer version was released on May 22, 2024 while the older version was released on July 17, 2024, meaning that the version 17.3.12 was released after the version 18.0.0, probably to fix issues and bugs.

Furthermore, while both packages have a similar number of files (61), version 18.0.0 indicates a slightly smaller unpacked size (757274 bytes) compared to version 17.3.12 (758289 bytes). This could signify optimizations in the codebase, potentially leading to slightly faster load times and reduced browser overhead. Developers should thoroughly review the Angular change logs and migration guides for version 18.0.0 to understand the full scope of changes and ensure a smooth transition. While the core functionality remains consistent, updating to version 18.0.0 involves a comprehensive upgrade of the Angular environment.

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