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@babel/parser

7.13.4

Comparision Betweeen 7.13.4 and 7.13.0

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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1.5 MB

1.49 MB

Version 7.13.4 Details

@babel/parser is a widely used JavaScript parser within the Babel ecosystem, essential for transforming modern JavaScript code into versions compatible with older environments. Examining versions 7.13.4 and 7.13.0 reveals subtle but potentially impactful changes for developers. Both versions share the same core dependencies like charcodes, @babel/code-frame, @babel/helper-fixtures, and @babel/helper-validator-identifier, indicating a stable development environment and consistent tooling. The license remains MIT, assuring developers of permissive usage rights. The repository link confirms its open-source nature and provides easy access to the source code.

The key difference lies in the version number and the accompanying dist metadata. Version 7.13.4 was released on February 23, 2021, while version 7.13.0 was released the day before. Crucially, the unpackedSize differs slightly: 1567784 bytes for 7.13.4 compared to 1566505 bytes for 7.13.0. This indicates bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor feature additions in the later version, as even small code changes can impact the size of the unpacked library. Developers should generally upgrade to the latest patch version (7.13.4) within the same minor version (7.13) to benefit from these improvements. While the changes might seem incremental, they can contribute significantly to a more stable and efficient parsing experience, particularly in large-scale projects where even small performance gains can add up. The releaseDate also provides a chronological reference point for developers tracking library updates.

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