Merge-descriptors efficiently copies properties (including descriptors) from one object to another. Unlike simple object assignment, it preserves property attributes like enumerability, writability, and configurability. This is crucial when crafting APIs where you need fine-grained control over object properties. Typically used for inheritance or extending object functionality without shallowly copying values, ensuring a more robust and predictable object structure. It's a focused utility for advanced object manipulation in JavaScript.
The merge-descriptors npm package has sporadic releases. Initial releases occurred in 2013, with a few versions in 2015 and 2016. There was a notable update in November 2023 with three versions released. Otherwise, the package has been largely inactive, with no releases in most months, including all months up to August 2025.
merge-descriptors npm package downloads show a strong upward trend from February 2024 to July 2025, peaking at 198 million. However, August 2025 downloads (117 million) are significantly lower, likely due to partial month data. Overall, the package maintains high and growing popularity.
