@babel/plugin-proposal-throw-expressions is a Babel plugin that enables the use of throw expressions in JavaScript. This plugin wraps throw expressions in an Immediately Invoked Function Expression (IIFE), ensuring compatibility with older JavaScript environments that might not natively support this syntax. By using this plugin, developers can leverage the conciseness and expressiveness of throw expressions without sacrificing compatibility.
Comparing version 7.2.0 with the previous stable version 7.0.0, several noteworthy changes emerge. While the core functionality remains consistent - supporting throw expressions - there is a subtle bump in the size of the unpacked package from 3488 bytes to 3581 bytes, which likely reflects minor internal optimizations or dependency updates. The release date shifts from August 27, 2018, to December 3, 2018, indicating a three-month period where refinements and bug fixes could have been integrated. Both versions share identical dependencies on "@babel/helper-plugin-utils" and "@babel/plugin-syntax-throw-expressions", as well as development dependencies like "@babel/core" and "@babel/helper-plugin-test-runner". The peer dependency on "@babel/core" also remains unchanged.
For developers considering this plugin, upgrading to version 7.2.0 is generally recommended due to potentially improved performance, stability updates, and alignment with the evolving Babel ecosystem. The consistent dependency requirements suggest a smooth upgrade path without major breaking changes, allowing for continued use of throw expressions with the latest Babel features.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.2.0 of the package @babel/plugin-proposal-throw-expressions