@babel/parser is the JavaScript parser used in Babel. It transforms JavaScript code into an Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) representing the code's structure. This AST is then used by Babel to perform transformations like transpilation and code optimization. It supports the latest ECMAScript features, ensuring compatibility with modern JavaScript syntax and proposals. Essential for tooling, code analysis, and building applications that process JavaScript code.
@babel/parser has seen consistent releases since 2018. The frequency varies, with peaks in early 2020 and early 2021. While some months have no releases, others have multiple. The latest data, from August 2025, shows a single release (7.28.3) this month, continuing the trend of ongoing updates to the package.
@babel/parser downloads show a generally increasing trend from February 2024 to July 2025. There was substantial growth in March 2024 and a continued climb through mid-2025. July 2025 saw the highest downloads. August 2025 downloads are significantly lower, but the month is not yet complete.
