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babel-runtime

5.5.8

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Version 5.5.8 Details

Babel-runtime versions 5.5.8 and 5.5.7 represent incremental updates to the self-contained runtime environment necessary for Babel-generated code to function correctly across different JavaScript environments. Both versions, licensed under MIT, share the same core purpose: offering a portable implementation of essential JavaScript features, effectively polyfilling missing functionalities. This ensures broader compatibility for applications transpiled using Babel. Both versions declare a dependency on core-js version ^0.9.0, highlighting the importance of this polyfill library for core JavaScript features in enabling modern syntax support in older browsers and environments.

The difference between the versions lies primarily in the release dates and potentially very subtle internal changes or bug fixes not explicitly documented in this brief metadata. Version 5.5.8 was released on June 13, 2015, at 17:54:33.215Z, while version 5.5.7 was released earlier the same day at 01:23:11.800Z. Developers considering either version should note that these are relatively old releases. While functionally similar, newer Babel runtime versions likely include performance improvements, bug fixes, and support for newer JavaScript features. For new projects, upgrading to the latest stable babel-runtime is generally recommended. Projects already using 5.5.7 or 5.5.8 should evaluate upgrading based on their specific needs and compatibility testing, especially if encountering runtime errors related to missing JavaScript features. Always check the official Babel documentation and release notes for a detailed explanation of changes and potential migration considerations. The tarball URLs provide direct access to the package contents for inspection and manual installation if needed.

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