Babel plugin transform property literals version 6.8.0 introduces key improvements and dependency updates compared to its predecessor, version 6.5.0. Both versions share the primary function of converting valid property key literals into plain identifiers, thereby optimizing code and potentially improving performance. However, the newer version boasts a crucial update in its runtime dependency. Version 6.8.0 relies on babel-runtime version ^6.0.0, signifying a move to a more modern runtime environment, offering better compatibility with newer JavaScript features and Babel transformations. In contrast, version 6.5.0 depends on an older babel-runtime version ^5.0.0.
Furthermore, the babel-helper-plugin-test-runner dependency also sees an upgrade, moving from version 6.3.13 in v6.5.0 to version ^6.8.0 in the newer release. This indicates enhancements in the testing infrastructure used for the plugin's development, potentially leading to more robust and reliable transformations. For developers, this translates to a more stable plugin experience when adopting the latest version. The release date difference also highlights a considerable gap in development, with version 6.8.0 released approximately three months after version 6.5.0, allowing for more refinements and bug fixes. Therefore, while the core functionality remains consistent, version 6.8.0 provides benefits from updated runtime dependencies and testing improvements resulting in a more reliable tool.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 6.8.0 of the package babel-plugin-transform-property-literals