@babel/plugin-transform-runtime version 7.10.0 introduces subtle but important updates compared to the preceding 7.9.6 version, primarily concerning developer dependencies. Both versions serve the same core function: externalizing references to Babel's helpers and built-ins, effectively polyfilling code without polluting the global scope and keeping bundle sizes manageable. This is crucial for modern JavaScript development, promoting cleaner and more portable code.
The key differences lie in the alignment of development dependencies. Version 7.10.0 upgrades testing and development tools to align with the Babel core, types, helpers, runtime, and template packages, all now at version 7.10.0. This ensures better compatibility and a smoother development experience for those using the latest Babel ecosystem. This synchronization aims to eliminate potential conflicts and inconsistencies during the build and testing phases. Although seemingly minor, updating these dependencies translates to improved stability and predictability when integrating the plugin with other Babel components. Developers leveraging newer Babel features or relying on its testing infrastructure will benefit from this enhanced consistency. The devDependencies section shows the version number increments, indicating that the developers addressed those compatibility issues with the tool and its ecosystem. The core functionalities remain the same between the 2 versions.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.10.0 of the package @babel/plugin-transform-runtime