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@babel/parser

7.17.10

Comparision Betweeen 7.17.10 and 7.17.9

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

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1.8 MB

1.68 MB

Version 7.17.10 Details

@babel/parser version 7.17.10 represents a refinement over its predecessor, 7.17.9, in the realm of JavaScript parsing. Both versions share the same core purpose: providing a robust and accurate engine for analyzing JavaScript code, a fundamental requirement for tools like linters, transpilers, and code editors. They are released under the MIT license by The Babel Team and hosted by the same repository. The core dependencies remain consistent, including "charcodes", "@babel/code-frame", and "@babel/helper-validator-identifier", ensuring a stable foundation for parsing operations.

A notable difference lies in the "devDependencies". Version 7.17.10 utilizes "@babel/helper-fixtures":"^7.17.10", a bump from "@babel/helper-fixtures":"^7.17.0" in version 7.17.9 which hints to improvements or bug fixes within the testing framework and fixtures used during the development of the parser. While seemingly minor, these updates are significant for developers who rely on the parser's compatibility and accuracy.

Examining the "dist" object reveals further changes. Version 7.17.10 has an "unpackedSize" of 1886108 bytes, larger than version 7.17.9, which has 1762051, and points new functionalities, more code complexity or fixed bugs. This increased size implies potential enhancements, bug fixes, or new features incorporated into the later version. The "releaseDate" also distinguishes the versions, with 7.17.10 released on April 29, 2022, subsequent to 7.17.9, released on April 6, 2022. This indicates the later version contains the most recent set of updates. This release is therefore better for developers looking for the latest stability improvements made by the Babel team.

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