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@babel/parser

7.6.2

Comparision Betweeen 7.6.2 and 7.6.0

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

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Version 7.6.2 Details

@babel/parser is a fundamental tool for JavaScript developers, providing the ability to parse JavaScript code into an Abstract Syntax Tree (AST). Comparing versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.2 reveals subtle but important updates. Both versions maintain the core functionality of parsing JavaScript, including support for the latest ECMAScript features at the time. The description remains consistent, identifying them as "A JavaScript parser".

The key differences lie in the devDependencies. @babel/parser 7.6.2 relies on @babel/helper-fixtures version 7.6.2, while the older 7.6.0 depended on @babel/helper-fixtures version 7.6.0. This suggests that the newer parser version likely incorporates bug fixes, feature enhancements, or compatibility improvements within the helper functions it utilizes. While the charcodes and unicode dependencies remains the same.

Regarding developer impact, upgrading to 7.6.2 is generally recommended to benefit from these improvements, potentially leading to more accurate parsing and smoother integration with other Babel tools. The unpacked size of version 7.6.2 (385617) is slightly larger (384395) than 7.6.0, indicating possible additions or expansions in the codebase related to the helper updates. Always consult the official Babel changelog for detailed information regarding specific bug fixes and new functionalities introduced in version 7.6.2.

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